http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/police-are-weak-link-in-afghanistans-goal-for-its-forces-take-lead-on-security-in-5-years-70688752.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-21T00:20:04Z Police are weak link in Afghanistan's goal for its forces take lead on security in 5 years Underpaid, under-equipped and under-trained, Afghanistan's 93,000-member police force is the weak link in an ambitious security strategy to hand over defense of the country to Afghans so American and other foreign troops can go home., Underpaid, under-equipped and under-trained, Afghanistan's 93,000-member police force is the weak link in an ambitious security strategy to hand over defense of the country to Afghans so American and other foreign troops can go home. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/butler-leads-clips-to-106-99-win-over-nuggets-70685357.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-21T00:10:05Z Butler leads Clips to 106-99 win over Nuggets The first player off the Los Angeles Clippers' bench led them in scoring, something that doesn't happen with this club except when there are injuries — which is most of the time., The first player off the Los Angeles Clippers' bench led them in scoring, something that doesn't happen with this club except when there are injuries — which is most of the time. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/michael-jackson-glove-among-items-at-music-auction-70688552.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-21T00:10:04Z Michael Jackson glove among items at music auction A collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia, including the now iconic rhinestone-studded glove he wore when he performed his first moonwalk dance in 1983, is being sold at auction., A collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia, including the now iconic rhinestone-studded glove he wore when he performed his first moonwalk dance in 1983, is being sold at auction. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/no-verdict-by-jury-in-trial-of-ohio-police-chief-accused-in-parker-broderick-surrogacy-case-70688542.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-21T00:10:03Z No verdict by jury in trial of Ohio police chief accused in Parker-Broderick surrogacy case The jury in the trial of an Ohio police chief accused of breaking into the home of a woman who carried twins for Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick ended five hours of deliberations Friday without a verdict., The jury in the trial of an Ohio police chief accused of breaking into the home of a woman who carried twins for Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick ended five hours of deliberations Friday without a verdict. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/chavez-defends-carlos-the-jackal-calls-imprisoned-venezuelan-revolutionary-fighter-70683562.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-21T00:00:07Z Chavez defends Carlos the Jackal, calls imprisoned Venezuelan 'revolutionary fighter' Hugo Chavez is defending alleged terrorist mastermind Carlos the Jackal, saying the Venezuelan imprisoned in France was a "revolutionary fighter" rather than a terrorist., Hugo Chavez is defending alleged terrorist mastermind Carlos the Jackal, saying the Venezuelan imprisoned in France was a "revolutionary fighter" rather than a terrorist. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/china-says-23-dead-90-trapped-in-mine-explosion-in-countrys-north-70683552.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-21T00:00:06Z China says 37 dead, 71 trapped under ground in coal mine explosion A gas explosion tore through a state-run coal mine in northern China on Saturday, killing 37 people and trapping 71 others nearly a third of a mile under ground., A gas explosion tore through a state-run coal mine in northern China on Saturday, killing 37 people and trapping 71 others nearly a third of a mile under ground. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/vanderbilt-holds-off-st-marys-72-70-70685657.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T23:55:02Z Vanderbilt holds off St. Mary's 72-70 Jeffery Taylor scored 19 points and Jermaine Beal added 16, leading Vanderbilt to a 72-70 victory over St. Mary's on Friday night in the first meeting between the teams., Jeffery Taylor scored 19 points and Jermaine Beal added 16, leading Vanderbilt to a 72-70 victory over St. Mary's on Friday night in the first meeting between the teams. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/buddhists-from-2-koreas-to-hold-joint-ceremony-after-naval-clash-earlier-this-month-70685922.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T23:45:02Z Buddhists from 2 Koreas to hold joint ceremony after naval clash earlier this month South Korean Buddhist monks headed to North Korea on Saturday for a joint ceremony with monks there, showing the countries continue civil exchange despite a bloody naval skirmish earlier this month., South Korean Buddhist monks headed to North Korea on Saturday for a joint ceremony with monks there, showing the countries continue civil exchange despite a bloody naval skirmish earlier this month. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/porn-moguls-son-to-be-tried-in-girlfriends-death-70687792.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T23:35:02Z CA judge rules there's enough evidence to try late porn mogul's son in ex-girlfriend's death The son of a late San Francisco pornography mogul will stand trial on accusations that he crushed his ex-girlfriend's skull with a baseball bat., The son of a late San Francisco pornography mogul will stand trial on accusations that he crushed his ex-girlfriend's skull with a baseball bat. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/pondexter-leads-no-14-huskies-70685207.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T23:30:06Z Pondexter leads No. 14 Huskies Quincy Pondexter got his career high in points and rebounds. He got revenge over Adrian Oliver, his former Washington roommate who jilted him two years ago by transferring. And the Huskies got the win., Quincy Pondexter got his career high in points and rebounds. He got revenge over Adrian Oliver, his former Washington roommate who jilted him two years ago by transferring. And the Huskies got the win. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/army-allows-media-at-palin-event-in-north-carolina-despite-concerns-about-anti-obama-politics-70686637.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T23:30:05Z Army allows media at Palin event in North Carolina despite concerns about anti-Obama politics The U.S. Army said Friday it would open Sarah Palin's appearance on Fort Bragg to media, a reversal from earlier in the week when the military wanted the event closed out of fears it would prompt political grandstanding against President Barack Obama., The U.S. Army said Friday it would open Sarah Palin's appearance on Fort Bragg to media, a reversal from earlier in the week when the military wanted the event closed out of fears it would prompt political grandstanding against President Barack Obama. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/clippers-broadcasters-suspended-1-game-for-remarks-about-iranian-haddadi-70683982.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T23:25:02Z Clips' broadcasters suspended for Haddadi remarks Clippers longtime play-by-play announcer Ralph Lawler and color analyst Michael Smith were suspended one game by the Fox Sports Prime Ticket cable network for their comments about Memphis center Hamed Haddadi., Clippers longtime play-by-play announcer Ralph Lawler and color analyst Michael Smith were suspended one game by the Fox Sports Prime Ticket cable network for their comments about Memphis center Hamed Haddadi. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ellis-leads-warriors-over-blazers-70683977.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T23:10:03Z Ellis leads Warriors over Blazers Monta Ellis doesn't think he gets enough credit for his defense. Portland's Brandon Roy might disagree., Monta Ellis doesn't think he gets enough credit for his defense. Portland's Brandon Roy might disagree. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/sally-harrick-wife-of-former-ucla-coach-dies-70686007.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T23:05:03Z Sally Harrick, wife of former UCLA coach, dies Sally Lee Harrick, the wife of former UCLA basketball coach Jim Harrick, has died. She was 70., Sally Lee Harrick, the wife of former UCLA basketball coach Jim Harrick, has died. She was 70. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/heatleys-hat-trick-leads-sharks-past-flyers-70683752.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:50:02Z Heatley's hat trick leads Sharks past Flyers Dany Heatley thought he could have scored a few more goals, but he wasn't about to complain. He was having too much fun., Dany Heatley thought he could have scored a few more goals, but he wasn't about to complain. He was having too much fun. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ucla-beats-cal-state-bakersfield-75-64-70685572.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:45:03Z UCLA beats Cal State Bakersfield 75-64 The young UCLA Bruins grew up just enough to avoid a second consecutive loss., The young UCLA Bruins grew up just enough to avoid a second consecutive loss. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/sec-says-sd-county-man-targeted-somalis-with-fraud-70685342.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:40:05Z SEC says SD County man targeted Somalis with fraud The Securities and Exchange Commission has charged a San Diego County man with securities fraud, saying he targeted Somali immigrants in San Diego and Seattle., The Securities and Exchange Commission has charged a San Diego County man with securities fraud, saying he targeted Somali immigrants in San Diego and Seattle. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/sacramento-officer-accused-of-abusing-girlfriend-70684437.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:30:09Z Sacramento officer accused of abusing girlfriend A Sacramento police officer has been arrested on suspicion of abusing his girlfriend., A Sacramento police officer has been arrested on suspicion of abusing his girlfriend. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/california-investigates-whether-churches-were-cheated-by-leasing-companies-70684422.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:30:06Z California investigates whether churches were cheated by leasing companies California is investigating several companies suspected of bilking churches nationwide of hundreds of thousands of dollars through fraudulent computer leasing schemes, authorities said Friday., California is investigating several companies suspected of bilking churches nationwide of hundreds of thousands of dollars through fraudulent computer leasing schemes, authorities said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/police-say-nc-man-raped-and-killed-5-year-old-girl-the-same-day-he-kidnapped-her-70684402.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:30:04Z Police say NC man raped and killed 5-year-old girl the same day he kidnapped her A 5-year-old North Carolina girl was raped and killed the same day she was taken from her home, according to an arrest warrant released Friday. Shaniya Davis was sexually assaulted and asphyxiated Nov. 10, the day her mother reported her missing from the trailer park where she was staying, according to the warrant. Authorities embarked on a nearly weeklong search that ended when the girl's body was found dumped off a rural road., A 5-year-old North Carolina girl was raped and killed the same day she was taken from her home, according to an arrest warrant released Friday. Shaniya Davis was sexually assaulted and asphyxiated Nov. 10, the day her mother reported her missing from the trailer park where she was staying, according to the warrant. Authorities embarked on a nearly weeklong search that ended when the girl's body was found dumped off a rural road. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/levin-fort-hood-investigation-may-reveal-more-troubling-emails-involving-alleged-shooter-70684242.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:25:13Z Levin: Fort Hood investigation may reveal more troubling emails involving alleged shooter There may be additional e-mails that could have tipped off law enforcement or military officials to the Fort Hood shooter before he went on his deadly rampage, the chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee said Friday., There may be additional e-mails that could have tipped off law enforcement or military officials to the Fort Hood shooter before he went on his deadly rampage, the chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/uc-students-protest-32-percent-fee-hike-by-occupying-campus-buildings-in-berkeley-santa-cruz-70684237.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:25:11Z UC students protest 32 percent fee hike by occupying campus buildings in Berkeley, Santa Cruz Dozens of demonstrators who barricaded themselves inside a campus building at the University of California, Berkeley in a protest over fee hikes and budget cuts were removed late Friday, bringing the daylong occupation to an end, university officials said., Dozens of demonstrators who barricaded themselves inside a campus building at the University of California, Berkeley in a protest over fee hikes and budget cuts were removed late Friday, bringing the daylong occupation to an end, university officials said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/3-democratic-moderates-to-decide-fate-of-health-bill---for-now---in-crucial-saturday-vote-70684227.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:25:08Z 3 Democratic moderates to decide fate of health bill - for now - in crucial Saturday vote Suitably opaque, Section 2006 takes up only a few dozen lines in a sweeping health care bill that runs to 2,074 pages and mentions neither Sen. Mary Landrieu nor her state of Louisiana., Suitably opaque, Section 2006 takes up only a few dozen lines in a sweeping health care bill that runs to 2,074 pages and mentions neither Sen. Mary Landrieu nor her state of Louisiana. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/gop-recommendations-for-fewer-womens-health-tests-could-mean-rationed-health-care-under-bill-70684187.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:25:05Z GOP: Recommendations for fewer women's health tests could mean rationed health care under bill Republicans are seizing on this week's recommendations for fewer Pap smears and mammograms to fuel concern about government-rationed medical care — and to try to chip away support by women for President Barack Obama's proposed health care overhaul., Republicans are seizing on this week's recommendations for fewer Pap smears and mammograms to fuel concern about government-rationed medical care — and to try to chip away support by women for President Barack Obama's proposed health care overhaul. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ucla-suspends-nikola-dragovic-after-felony-charge-70684052.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:20:04Z UCLA suspends Nikola Dragovic after felony charge UCLA starting forward Nikola Dragovic was suspended for the Bruins' game against Cal State Bakersfield on Friday night following his arrest., UCLA starting forward Nikola Dragovic was suspended for the Bruins' game against Cal State Bakersfield on Friday night following his arrest. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/boy-16-released-after-arrest-for-3-shot-in-socal-70683747.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T22:05:04Z Boy, 16, released after arrest for 3 shot in SoCal Police have released a 16-year-old boy who was arrested earlier this week for his alleged role in a shooting that killed a man wounded two others in San Bernardino., Police have released a 16-year-old boy who was arrested earlier this week for his alleged role in a shooting that killed a man wounded two others in San Bernardino. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ucla-beats-cal-state-bakersfield-75-64-70683072.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:55:03Z UCLA beats Cal State Bakersfield 75-64 Drew Gordon scored 19 points and UCLA overcame the suspension of starter Nikola Dragovic and upstart Cal State Bakersfield for a 75-64 victory Friday night to avoid a second consecutive loss., Drew Gordon scored 19 points and UCLA overcame the suspension of starter Nikola Dragovic and upstart Cal State Bakersfield for a 75-64 victory Friday night to avoid a second consecutive loss. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/pro-government-mob-hits-shouts-down-husband-of-top-cuban-dissident-blogger-70683212.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:45:04Z Pro-government mob hits, shouts down husband of top Cuban dissident blogger The husband of an acclaimed dissident Cuban blogger was punched and shouted down by a pro-government mob Friday after he challenged the presumed state agents who earlier roughed up his wife to a street corner debate., The husband of an acclaimed dissident Cuban blogger was punched and shouted down by a pro-government mob Friday after he challenged the presumed state agents who earlier roughed up his wife to a street corner debate. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/reserves-spark-mavericks-to-fifth-straight-win-70679007.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:35:04Z Reserves spark Mavericks to fifth straight win Jason Terry is accustomed to carrying the load for the Dallas bench., Jason Terry is accustomed to carrying the load for the Dallas bench. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/driver-loses-control-while-trying-to-avoid-kids-hits-11-people-outside-alabama-high-school-70674632.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:35:03Z Car strikes crowd of 10 outside Alabama school; 1 adult killed, 9 children injured A woman lost control of her car and struck nine children and an adult who were standing outside a middle school Friday afternoon, police said., A woman lost control of her car and struck nine children and an adult who were standing outside a middle school Friday afternoon, police said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/pepperdine-defeats-cal-state-san-bernardino-72-70-70682622.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:30:04Z Pepperdine defeats Cal State San Bernardino 72-70 Keion Bell scored Pepperdine's final 12 points to help the Waves hold off Cal State San Bernardino 72-70 Friday night., Keion Bell scored Pepperdine's final 12 points to help the Waves hold off Cal State San Bernardino 72-70 Friday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/officials-say-us-missile-strike-kills-8-suspected-militants-in-northwestern-pakistan-70601537.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:30:03Z Blast near aid office wounds 1 security guard in northwest Pakistan town near border An explosion struck the office of an aid organization in northwestern Pakistan near the Afghan border on Saturday, wounding a security guard, police said., An explosion struck the office of an aid organization in northwestern Pakistan near the Afghan border on Saturday, wounding a security guard, police said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/clips-broadcasters-suspended-for-haddadi-remarks-70680612.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:20:06Z Clips' broadcasters suspended for Haddadi remarks Clippers longtime play-by-play announcer Ralph Lawler and color analyst Michael Smith were suspended one game by the Fox Sports Prime Ticket cable network for their comments about Memphis center Hamed Haddadi., Clippers longtime play-by-play announcer Ralph Lawler and color analyst Michael Smith were suspended one game by the Fox Sports Prime Ticket cable network for their comments about Memphis center Hamed Haddadi. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/reba-is-tops-takes-hollywood-park-feature-70682327.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:20:05Z Reba is Tops takes Hollywood Park feature Heavy favorite Reba is Tops won for the 10th time in 20 career starts Friday night with her victory in Hollywood Park's $47,000 allowance feature., Heavy favorite Reba is Tops won for the 10th time in 20 career starts Friday night with her victory in Hollywood Park's $47,000 allowance feature. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/missouri-state-tops-maryland-eastern-shore-70-53-70681972.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:10:04Z Missouri State tops Maryland-Eastern Shore 70-53 Kyle Weems scored 16 points and led Missouri State to a 70-53 win over Maryland-Eastern Shore in the first round of the Hispanic College Fund Challenge., Kyle Weems scored 16 points and led Missouri State to a 70-53 win over Maryland-Eastern Shore in the first round of the Hispanic College Fund Challenge. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/car-strikes-crowd-of-10-outside-alabama-school-1-adult-killed-9-children-injured-70681712.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:05:03Z Car strikes crowd of 10 outside Alabama school; 1 adult killed, 9 children injured Police say a woman has died after being struck along with nine children by a car outside an Alabama middle school., Police say a woman has died after being struck along with nine children by a car outside an Alabama middle school. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/thunder-fend-off-wizards-127-108-70677872.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T21:00:07Z Thunder fend off Wizards 127-108 Kevin Durant scored 35 points, Russell Westbrook added 26 and the Oklahoma City Thunder had their highest-scoring output of the season in a 127-108 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night., Kevin Durant scored 35 points, Russell Westbrook added 26 and the Oklahoma City Thunder had their highest-scoring output of the season in a 127-108 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/levin-fort-hood-investigation-may-reveal-more-troubling-emails-involving-alleged-shooter-70664212.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:45:11Z Levin: Fort Hood investigation may reveal more troubling e-mails involving alleged shooter There may be additional e-mails that could have tipped off law enforcement or military officials to the Fort Hood shooter before he went on his deadly rampage, the chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee said Friday., There may be additional e-mails that could have tipped off law enforcement or military officials to the Fort Hood shooter before he went on his deadly rampage, the chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/tracy-mcgrady-says-hes-ready-to-play-rockets-believe-its-still-too-soon-after-knee-surgery-70669642.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:45:10Z Tracy McGrady says he's ready to play, Rockets believe it's still too soon after knee surgery Tracy McGrady is eager to play. The Houston Rockets say he'll have to wait., Tracy McGrady is eager to play. The Houston Rockets say he'll have to wait. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/no-appeal-of-dismissed-conviction-in-myspace-case-70680597.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:45:05Z LA prosecutors say no appeal of Missouri mom's dismissed conviction in MySpace suicide case Prosecutors say they will not appeal the dismissal of a woman's convictions in a MySpace hoax directed at a 13-year-old girl who committed suicide., Prosecutors say they will not appeal the dismissal of a woman's convictions in a MySpace hoax directed at a 13-year-old girl who committed suicide. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/china-says-11-dead-after-gas-explosion-in-northern-coal-mine-with-128-trapped-70678147.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:45:03Z China says 15 dead, 114 trapped in mine explosion in country's north A gas explosion tore through a coal mine in northern China on Saturday, killing 15 people and trapping another 114 nearly a third of a mile under ground, central government authorities said., A gas explosion tore through a coal mine in northern China on Saturday, killing 15 people and trapping another 114 nearly a third of a mile under ground, central government authorities said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/us-prosecutors-to-drop-manslaughter-case-against-blackwater-guard-in-deadly-07-iraq-shooting-70655967.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:35:04Z US prosecutors to drop manslaughter case against Blackwater guard in deadly '07 Iraq shooting The Justice Department intends to drop manslaughter and weapons charges against one of the Blackwater Worldwide security guards involved in a deadly 2007 Baghdad shooting, prosecutors said in court documents Friday., The Justice Department intends to drop manslaughter and weapons charges against one of the Blackwater Worldwide security guards involved in a deadly 2007 Baghdad shooting, prosecutors said in court documents Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ucla-suspends-nikola-dragovic-after-felony-charge-70677622.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:25:07Z UCLA suspends Nikola Dragovic after felony charge UCLA starting forward Nikola Dragovic was suspended for the Bruins' game against Cal State Bakersfield on Friday night following his arrest., UCLA starting forward Nikola Dragovic was suspended for the Bruins' game against Cal State Bakersfield on Friday night following his arrest. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/gunman-opens-fire-on-pacific-island-of-saipan-5-dead-including-2-young-children-70607492.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:25:05Z Resort island Saipan reeling after gunman opens fire; 2 children among dead After going on a shooting rampage that left a trail of victims on the Pacific resort island of Saipan, the gunman drove to a scenic, rocky cliff where untold numbers of Japanese men, women and children plunged to their deaths to avoid capture during World War II, according to police and witness accounts., After going on a shooting rampage that left a trail of victims on the Pacific resort island of Saipan, the gunman drove to a scenic, rocky cliff where untold numbers of Japanese men, women and children plunged to their deaths to avoid capture during World War II, according to police and witness accounts. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/packers-te-spencer-havner-fined-5k-for-late-hit-against-cowboys-at-lambeau-field-70679342.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:20:03Z Packers TE Spencer Havner fined $5K for late hit against Cowboys at Lambeau Field Green Bay Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys., Green Bay Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/canadiens-withstand-comeback-beat-capitals-3-2-70675302.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:15:06Z Canadiens withstand comeback, beat Capitals 3-2 The Montreal Canadiens were leading by a goal late in the game, ready to pull off a road upset of the Washington Capitals., The Montreal Canadiens were leading by a goal late in the game, ready to pull off a road upset of the Washington Capitals. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/no-25-maryland-breezes-past-new-hampshire-82-55-70675312.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:05:02Z No. 25 Maryland breezes past New Hampshire, 82-55 A convincing win over New Hampshire put No. 25 Maryland in the proper frame of mind for a business trip to Hawaii., A convincing win over New Hampshire put No. 25 Maryland in the proper frame of mind for a business trip to Hawaii. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/man-faces-murder-rape-charges-in-death-of-5-year-old-nc-girl-her-body-found-off-rural-road-70602107.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T20:00:06Z Police say NC man raped and killed 5-year-old girl the same day he kidnapped her A 5-year-old North Carolina girl was raped and killed the same day she was taken from her home, according to an arrest warrant released Friday. Shaniya Davis was sexually assaulted and asphyxiated Nov. 10, the day her mother reported her missing from the trailer park where she was staying, according to the warrant. Authorities embarked on a nearly weeklong search that ended when the girl's body was found dumped off a rural road., A 5-year-old North Carolina girl was raped and killed the same day she was taken from her home, according to an arrest warrant released Friday. Shaniya Davis was sexually assaulted and asphyxiated Nov. 10, the day her mother reported her missing from the trailer park where she was staying, according to the warrant. Authorities embarked on a nearly weeklong search that ended when the girl's body was found dumped off a rural road. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/competency-hearing-opens-in-federal-court-for-former-maui-engineer-accused-of-spying-for-china-70598287.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:55:11Z Hearing ends with prosecutor calling alleged Maui spy difficult to work with but competent A Maui man accused of spying for China is difficult to work with and makes wild exaggerations but is legally able to stand trial, a federal prosecutor asserted Friday., A Maui man accused of spying for China is difficult to work with and makes wild exaggerations but is legally able to stand trial, a federal prosecutor asserted Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/70604592.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:55:09Z Obituaries in the news Nao Takasugi, Nao Takasugi http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/no-appeal-of-dismissed-conviction-in-myspace-case-70678022.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:55:07Z No appeal of dismissed conviction in MySpace case Federal prosecutors will not appeal a judge's dismissal of a Missouri mother's convictions for her role in a MySpace hoax directed at a 13-year-old girl who committed suicide., Federal prosecutors will not appeal a judge's dismissal of a Missouri mother's convictions for her role in a MySpace hoax directed at a 13-year-old girl who committed suicide. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/giants-linebacker-antonio-pierce-has-bulging-disk-in-neck-out-indefinitely-70674137.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:55:03Z Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce has bulging disk in neck, out indefinitely New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce is out indefinitely after an MRI exam on Friday surprisingly revealed a bulging disk in his neck., New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce is out indefinitely after an MRI exam on Friday surprisingly revealed a bulging disk in his neck. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/philly-transit-union-ratifies-labor-pact-that-was-reached-following-strike-70677892.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:50:06Z Philly transit union ratifies labor pact that was reached following strike A labor agreement for Philadelphia transit workers has been ratified overwhelmingly by union members., A labor agreement for Philadelphia transit workers has been ratified overwhelmingly by union members. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/1-dead-3-injured-in-mobile-home-fire-in-the-community-of-maricopa-south-of-phoenix-70638747.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:50:04Z 3-year-old leads toddler to safety in mobile home fire near Phoenix that kills mother A 3-year-old Arizona boy helped his 1-year-old sister escape Friday from a house fire that killed their mother and injured two other adults, authorities said., A 3-year-old Arizona boy helped his 1-year-old sister escape Friday from a house fire that killed their mother and injured two other adults, authorities said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/cruise-waiter-acquitted-in-la-of-sexual-assault-70677617.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:45:04Z Cruise waiter acquitted in LA of sexual assault A Princess Cruises crew member has been acquitted of the sexual assault of a female passenger., A Princess Cruises crew member has been acquitted of the sexual assault of a female passenger. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/police-are-weak-link-in-afghanistans-goal-for-its-forces-take-lead-on-security-in-5-years-70634457.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:40:06Z Police are weak link in Afghanistan's goal for its forces take lead on security in 5 years Underpaid, under-equipped and under-trained, Afghanistan's 93,000-member police force is the weak link in an ambitious security strategy to hand over defense of the country to Afghans so American and other foreign troops can go home., Underpaid, under-equipped and under-trained, Afghanistan's 93,000-member police force is the weak link in an ambitious security strategy to hand over defense of the country to Afghans so American and other foreign troops can go home. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/ca-judge-rules-theres-enough-evidence-to-try-late-porn-moguls-son-in-ex-girlfriends-death-70676572.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:30:02Z CA judge rules there's enough evidence to try late porn mogul's son in ex-girlfriend's death The son of a late San Francisco pornography mogul will stand trial on accusations that he crushed his ex-girlfriend's skull with a baseball bat., The son of a late San Francisco pornography mogul will stand trial on accusations that he crushed his ex-girlfriend's skull with a baseball bat. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/vanderbilt-beat-uc-riverside-70676052.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:25:05Z Vanderbilt beat UC Riverside Jence Rhoads scored 14 points to help No. 22 Vanderbilt beat UC Riverside 75-60 on Friday night, avenging a loss to the Highlanders last season., Jence Rhoads scored 14 points to help No. 22 Vanderbilt beat UC Riverside 75-60 on Friday night, avenging a loss to the Highlanders last season. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/gop-recommendations-for-fewer-womens-health-tests-could-mean-rationed-health-care-under-bill-70661082.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:10:05Z GOP: Recommendations for fewer women's health tests could mean rationed health care under bill Republicans are seizing on this week's recommendations for fewer Pap smears and mammograms to fuel concern about government-rationed medical care — and to try to chip away support by women for President Barack Obama's proposed health care overhaul., Republicans are seizing on this week's recommendations for fewer Pap smears and mammograms to fuel concern about government-rationed medical care — and to try to chip away support by women for President Barack Obama's proposed health care overhaul. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/authorities-say-man-who-fastened-lizards-to-chest-caught-at-los-angeles-airport-customs-70674122.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:10:03Z Authorities say man who fastened lizards to chest caught at Los Angeles airport customs Federal officials say they arrested a man who strapped 15 live lizards to his chest to get through customs at Los Angeles International Airport., Federal officials say they arrested a man who strapped 15 live lizards to his chest to get through customs at Los Angeles International Airport. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/former-california-assemblyman-nao-takasugi-dies-70675337.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:05:09Z Former California Assemblyman Nao Takasugi dies Former state Assemblyman Nao Takasugi (NAH'-oh tah-kah-SOO'-gee), who was sent to a Japanese internment camp during World War II, has died. He was 87., Former state Assemblyman Nao Takasugi (NAH'-oh tah-kah-SOO'-gee), who was sent to a Japanese internment camp during World War II, has died. He was 87. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/parents-in-case-of-liberian-girl-allegedly-raped-by-4-boys-arrested-on-abuse-charges-70675297.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T19:05:03Z Parents in case of Liberian girl allegedly raped by 4 boys arrested on abuse charges The parents of an 8-year-old Liberian girl who was allegedly raped by four boys have been arrested on felony child abuse charges., The parents of an 8-year-old Liberian girl who was allegedly raped by four boys have been arrested on felony child abuse charges. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/columbia-defeats-longwood-72-61-70674662.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:55:08Z Columbia defeats Longwood 72-61 Noruwa Agho scored 24 points to lead Columbia to a 72-61 win over Longwood on Friday night., Noruwa Agho scored 24 points to lead Columbia to a 72-61 win over Longwood on Friday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/texas-supreme-court-grants-rehearing-in-case-alleging-exxon-mobil-sabotaged-abandoned-wells-70658867.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:50:05Z Texas Supreme Court grants rehearing in case alleging Exxon Mobil sabotaged abandoned wells The Texas Supreme Court on Friday said it will again hear arguments in the nearly 15-year legal battle over accusations that Exxon Mobil Corp. loaded abandoned wells with junk, sludge and even explosives to keep other companies from drilling there., The Texas Supreme Court on Friday said it will again hear arguments in the nearly 15-year legal battle over accusations that Exxon Mobil Corp. loaded abandoned wells with junk, sludge and even explosives to keep other companies from drilling there. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/levi-johnstons-mother-gets-3-years-in-painkiller-distribution-case-70674382.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:50:03Z Levi Johnston's mother gets 3 years in painkiller distribution case The mother of the man former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's daughter Bristol had planned to marry has been sentenced to three years in prison., The mother of the man former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's daughter Bristol had planned to marry has been sentenced to three years in prison. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/arizona-state-3-pointers-rip-san-francisco-104-65-70670847.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:45:07Z Arizona State 3-pointers rip San Francisco 104-65 Rihards Kuksiks finally got some breathing room Friday, and it may be a while before that happens again., Rihards Kuksiks finally got some breathing room Friday, and it may be a while before that happens again. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/gop-report-deal-with-sacramento-mayor-was-rushed-70663792.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:45:04Z GOP report: Deal with Sacramento mayor was rushed Two congressional Republicans say federal prosecutors rushed into a settlement with a nonprofit operated by Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson that had been accused of misspending government grants., Two congressional Republicans say federal prosecutors rushed into a settlement with a nonprofit operated by Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson that had been accused of misspending government grants. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/assault-harassment-charges-dismissed-against-singer-john-rich-over-spat-at-nightclub-70672622.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:35:03Z Assault, harassment charges dismissed against singer John Rich over spat at nightclub A Nashville judge has dismissed assault and harassment charges against country music singer John Rich., A Nashville judge has dismissed assault and harassment charges against country music singer John Rich. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/13-charged-in-19m-central-oregon-bank-fraud-70665527.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:15:08Z 13 charged in $19M Central Oregon bank fraud The collapse of a Bend real estate development company has resulted in charges against 13 people in what prosecutors say is the largest Oregon fraud case to emerge from the national real estate boom and bust., The collapse of a Bend real estate development company has resulted in charges against 13 people in what prosecutors say is the largest Oregon fraud case to emerge from the national real estate boom and bust. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/at-least-842-us-military-deaths-in-afghanistan-region-since-2001-defense-department-says-70672857.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:15:07Z At least 842 US military deaths in Afghanistan region since 2001, Defense Department says As of Friday, Nov. 18, 2009, at least 842 members of the U.S. military had died in Afghanistan, Pakistan and Uzbekistan as a result of the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan in late 2001, according to the Defense Department. The department last updated its figures Friday at 10 a.m. EST., As of Friday, Nov. 18, 2009, at least 842 members of the U.S. military had died in Afghanistan, Pakistan and Uzbekistan as a result of the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan in late 2001, according to the Defense Department. The department last updated its figures Friday at 10 a.m. EST. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/us-military-deaths-in-iraq-war-at-4364-friday-according-to-associated-press-count-70672847.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:15:06Z US military deaths in Iraq war at 4,364 Friday, according to Associated Press count As of Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at least 4,364 members of the U.S. military had died in the Iraq war since it began in March 2003, according to an Associated Press count., As of Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at least 4,364 members of the U.S. military had died in the Iraq war since it began in March 2003, according to an Associated Press count. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/nfl-players-union-opposes-goodells-call-for-players-to-report-on-teammates-concussions-70649232.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:10:07Z NFL union pans commissioner's call for players to report on teammates' possible concussions The NFL Players Association opposes commissioner Roger Goodell's call for players to tell their teams' medical staffs if they think a teammate shows symptoms of a concussion, saying that is not an adequate solution., The NFL Players Association opposes commissioner Roger Goodell's call for players to tell their teams' medical staffs if they think a teammate shows symptoms of a concussion, saying that is not an adequate solution. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/porn-moguls-son-to-be-tried-in-girlfriends-death-70672267.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:05:07Z Porn mogul's son to be tried in girlfriend's death The son of a late San Francisco pornography mogul accused of crushing his girlfriend's skull with a baseball bat will stand trial in her death., The son of a late San Francisco pornography mogul accused of crushing his girlfriend's skull with a baseball bat will stand trial in her death. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/workers-rescue-35-elementary-school-students-from-burning-bus-on-nyc-bridge-no-injuries-70672242.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T18:05:03Z Workers rescue 35 elementary school students from burning bus on NYC bridge; no injuries A bus carrying 35 elementary school children on an outing has caught fire on a New York City bridge, but the children and their escorts have been rescued., A bus carrying 35 elementary school children on an outing has caught fire on a New York City bridge, but the children and their escorts have been rescued. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/padres-select-three-players-from-triple-a-portland-70671737.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:55:06Z Padres select three players from Triple-A Portland The Padres have selected right-hander Craig Italiano, left-hander Steve Garrison and outfielder Chad Huffman from Triple-A Portland., The Padres have selected right-hander Craig Italiano, left-hander Steve Garrison and outfielder Chad Huffman from Triple-A Portland. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/points-bettencourt-lead-at-pebble-beach-70671732.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:55:05Z Points, Bettencourt lead at Pebble Beach D.A. Points shot a 2-under 70 at Del Monte, and Matt Bettencourt had a 71 in wind and rain at Spyglass Hill to share the second-round lead Friday in the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational., D.A. Points shot a 2-under 70 at Del Monte, and Matt Bettencourt had a 71 in wind and rain at Spyglass Hill to share the second-round lead Friday in the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/police-thieves-kill-5-in-rural-arkansas-for-expensive-wheel-rims-flat-screen-televisions-70667162.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:50:03Z Police: Thieves kill 5 in rural Arkansas for expensive wheel rims, flat-screen televisions Thieves shot to death five Arkansas family members and burned their bodies for the meager bounty of a set of wheel rims and some flat-screen televisions, court documents said Friday., Thieves shot to death five Arkansas family members and burned their bodies for the meager bounty of a set of wheel rims and some flat-screen televisions, court documents said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/freedom-exec-says-buyer-still-sought-for-east-valley-tribune-but-papers-closing-on-track-70634142.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:45:16Z East Valley Tribune says buyer makes offer that may keep suburban Phoenix paper in business The publisher of the East Valley Tribune in the Phoenix suburb of Mesa said Friday that a buyer has made an offer that would keep the paper and its Web site in business., The publisher of the East Valley Tribune in the Phoenix suburb of Mesa said Friday that a buyer has made an offer that would keep the paper and its Web site in business. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/sneakin-lizards-reptile-smuggler-arrested-at-lax-70670852.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:45:14Z Sneakin' Lizards! Reptile smuggler arrested at LAX Federal officials say they arrested a man who strapped 15 live lizards to his chest to get through customs at Los Angeles International Airport., Federal officials say they arrested a man who strapped 15 live lizards to his chest to get through customs at Los Angeles International Airport. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/faa-tells-employees-equipment-outage-cause-819-flight-delays-atlanta-was-hardest-hit-70670802.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:45:08Z FAA tells employees equipment outage cause 819 flight delays; Atlanta was hardest hit The Federal Aviation Administration is blaming an equipment outage this week for delaying 819 flights., The Federal Aviation Administration is blaming an equipment outage this week for delaying 819 flights. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/shifting-tactics-mexico-readies-social-programs-to-combat-drug-gangs-in-violent-border-city-70670782.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:45:05Z Shifting tactics, Mexico readies social programs to combat drug gangs in violent border city Mexico's top domestic security official said Friday that sectors of the general public have cooperated with drug cartels in the violent border city of Ciudad Juarez, and the government is about to launch new social programs there to combat gangs., Mexico's top domestic security official said Friday that sectors of the general public have cooperated with drug cartels in the violent border city of Ciudad Juarez, and the government is about to launch new social programs there to combat gangs. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/2-former-pa-judges-in-juvenile-kickbacks-case-win-partial-immunity-from-lawsuits-70650722.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:45:04Z 2 former judges granted partial judicial immunity in NE Pa. kids-for-cash kickback lawsuit Two former county judges accused of taking millions of dollars in kickbacks to send juveniles to private detention facilities are partially immune from civil lawsuits, a federal judge in Pennsylvania ruled Friday., Two former county judges accused of taking millions of dollars in kickbacks to send juveniles to private detention facilities are partially immune from civil lawsuits, a federal judge in Pennsylvania ruled Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/turner-leads-no-15-ohio-state-over-no-13-cal-70665327.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:40:10Z Turner leads No. 15 Ohio State over No. 13 Cal Ohio State's two-game visit to Madison Square Garden was inconsistent to say the least. The Buckeyes' best player, however, has been consistent all season., Ohio State's two-game visit to Madison Square Garden was inconsistent to say the least. The Buckeyes' best player, however, has been consistent all season. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/plea-bargain-reached-in-case-against-woman-accused-in-wal-mart-altercation-70669632.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:35:05Z Plea bargain reached in case against woman accused in Wal-Mart altercation A black school teacher charged with assaulting white police officers, resisting arrest and disturbing the peace has agreed a plea deal with prosecutors convicting her of two misdemeanor counts., A black school teacher charged with assaulting white police officers, resisting arrest and disturbing the peace has agreed a plea deal with prosecutors convicting her of two misdemeanor counts. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/police-arrest-3-on-suspicion-of-killing-off-duty-vegas-officer-at-home-70599512.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:25:05Z Police make 3rd arrest in shooting death of off-duty Las Vegas police officer Police say they have arrested a third person in the shooting death of an off-duty Las Vegas police officer in his garage., Police say they have arrested a third person in the shooting death of an off-duty Las Vegas police officer in his garage. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/nationals-top-pick-strasburg-wont-need-surgery-70668527.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:15:09Z Nationals top pick Strasburg won't need surgery The Nationals say No. 1 draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a dislocation in his left knee joint and should be fine for spring training., The Nationals say No. 1 draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a dislocation in his left knee joint and should be fine for spring training. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nc-state-treasurer-issues-gift-ban-for-employees-limits-on-soliciting-for-charity-70668522.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:15:08Z NC state treasurer issues gift ban for employees, limits on soliciting for charity State Treasurer Janet Cowell unveiled new rules Friday banning employees from taking gifts from companies that do substantial business with the agency and setting a limit on charitable solicitations., State Treasurer Janet Cowell unveiled new rules Friday banning employees from taking gifts from companies that do substantial business with the agency and setting a limit on charitable solicitations. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/argentinas-congress-approves-forced-extraction-of-dna-from-suspected-dirty-war-orphans-70661962.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:15:04Z Argentina's Congress approves forced extraction of DNA from suspected dirty war orphans Valuing truth over the right to privacy, Argentina's Congress has authorized the forced extraction of DNA from people who may have been born to political prisoners slain a quarter-century ago — even when they don't want to know their birth parents., Valuing truth over the right to privacy, Argentina's Congress has authorized the forced extraction of DNA from people who may have been born to political prisoners slain a quarter-century ago — even when they don't want to know their birth parents. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/teen-pleads-guilty-in-murder-of-border-patrol-agent-shot-8-times-including-4-shots-to-head-70646327.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:15:03Z Teen pleads guilty in Border Patrol agent killing A 17-year-old pleaded guilty Friday to killing a Border Patrol agent who was shot eight times while chasing suspected illegal immigrants in the mountains east of San Diego., A 17-year-old pleaded guilty Friday to killing a Border Patrol agent who was shot eight times while chasing suspected illegal immigrants in the mountains east of San Diego. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/appeals-court-rules-against-oregon-high-school-teacher-who-wants-to-take-her-gun-to-class-70668202.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:10:11Z Appeals court rules against Oregon high school teacher who wants to take her gun to class The Oregon Court of Appeals has rejected a request by a high school English teacher to carry a handgun at school, the latest legal setback for the teacher who says she needs the gun for protection from her former husband., The Oregon Court of Appeals has rejected a request by a high school English teacher to carry a handgun at school, the latest legal setback for the teacher who says she needs the gun for protection from her former husband. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/uconn-officials-say-health-center-merger-with-hartford-hospital-not-feasible-70666427.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:10:10Z UConn officials say health center merger with Hartford Hospital not feasible University of Connecticut officials say a plan to merge the UConn Health Center in Farmington with Hartford Hospital is unlikely to win official approval., University of Connecticut officials say a plan to merge the UConn Health Center in Farmington with Hartford Hospital is unlikely to win official approval. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/schwarzenegger-frees-up-funds-for-santa-cruz-storm-70668192.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:10:09Z Schwarzenegger frees up funds for Santa Cruz storm Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has declared a state of emergency in Santa Cruz County to help communities affected by storms that battered the area in October., Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has declared a state of emergency in Santa Cruz County to help communities affected by storms that battered the area in October. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/third-arrest-made-in-death-of-vegas-officer-70668187.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:10:08Z Third arrest made in death of Vegas officer Police say they have arrested a third person in connection with the shooting death of an off-duty Las Vegas police officer in his garage., Police say they have arrested a third person in connection with the shooting death of an off-duty Las Vegas police officer in his garage. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ohio-state-plays-at-michigan-hoping-to-clinch-outright-title-and-keep-rival-home-for-holidays-70614712.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:00:05Z Ohio State plays at Michigan, hoping to clinch outright title and keep rival home for holidays The Game has lost a lot of luster., The Game has lost a lot of luster. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/kings-owner-will-no-longer-operate-wnba-franchise-70644912.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T17:00:03Z Sacramento Kings owner Maloof Sports & Entertainment will no longer operate WNBA's Monarchs The Sacramento Monarchs folded on Friday, a shocking and disappointing development for the WNBA and one of its original eight franchises., The Sacramento Monarchs folded on Friday, a shocking and disappointing development for the WNBA and one of its original eight franchises. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/la-cops-son-pleads-guilty-to-child-porn-charges-70667182.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:55:08Z LA cop's son pleads guilty to child porn charges The 27-year-old son of a veteran Los Angeles police officer has pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography and the officer is facing similar charges., The 27-year-old son of a veteran Los Angeles police officer has pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography and the officer is facing similar charges. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/beckham-has-bone-bruise-but-expects-to-play-70658482.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:55:07Z Beckham has bone bruise but expects to play Los Angeles midfielder David Beckham said Friday he'll need an injection in his right ankle to reduce pain and allow him to play in Sunday night's MLS Cup final against Real Salt Lake., Los Angeles midfielder David Beckham said Friday he'll need an injection in his right ankle to reduce pain and allow him to play in Sunday night's MLS Cup final against Real Salt Lake. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/easley-leads-murray-state-past-james-madison-71-43-70667177.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:55:06Z Easley leads Murray State past James Madison 71-43 Tony Easley had 18 points, 10 rebounds and five blocked shots to lead Murray State in a 71-43 rout of James Madison on Friday., Tony Easley had 18 points, 10 rebounds and five blocked shots to lead Murray State in a 71-43 rout of James Madison on Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/mlb-selling-20-dvd-set-of-world-series-films-for-2229-x2014-including-autographs-70663232.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:55:05Z MLB selling 20-DVD set of World Series films for $2,229 — including autographs Major League Baseball has the perfect gift to bust a budget in a recession., Major League Baseball has the perfect gift to bust a budget in a recession. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/storm-grounds-reno-flights-i-80-crash-stalls-cars-70666857.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:50:03Z Storm grounds Reno flights; I-80 crash stalls cars A winter storm with winds gusting to more than 80 mph Friday knocked out power for thousands of people in northern Nevada, grounded flights and kicked up dust storms that contributed to a fatal pile-up that shut down a stretch of U.S. Interstate 80., A winter storm with winds gusting to more than 80 mph Friday knocked out power for thousands of people in northern Nevada, grounded flights and kicked up dust storms that contributed to a fatal pile-up that shut down a stretch of U.S. Interstate 80. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/2-charged-in-fatal-street-race-in-san-jose-70666437.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:45:14Z 2 charged in fatal street race in San Jose Two men face charges in connection with a street race in San Jose that killed a 20-year-old woman., Two men face charges in connection with a street race in San Jose that killed a 20-year-old woman. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ex-vivendi-ceo-tells-jury-in-investor-lawsuit-i-did-my-best-made-mistakes-but-never-misled-70641062.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:45:10Z Ex-Vivendi CEO tells jury in investor lawsuit: I 'did my best,' made mistakes but never misled Former Vivendi CEO Jean-Marie Messier told a jury Friday he made mistakes in his troubled bid to turn the French water company into a global media giant, but he never misled shareholders about the risks., Former Vivendi CEO Jean-Marie Messier told a jury Friday he made mistakes in his troubled bid to turn the French water company into a global media giant, but he never misled shareholders about the risks. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/monsanto-installs-water-management-system-at-leaking-idaho-mine-dump-cited-by-epa-70666422.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:45:08Z Monsanto installs water management system at leaking Idaho mine dump cited by EPA Monsanto Co. is installing a water management system at an Idaho phosphate mine the company depends on to make its Roundup weedkiller to stop the leakage of selenium and heavy metals into a tributary of the Blackfoot River., Monsanto Co. is installing a water management system at an Idaho phosphate mine the company depends on to make its Roundup weedkiller to stop the leakage of selenium and heavy metals into a tributary of the Blackfoot River. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/fda-oks-bristol-meyers-abilify-to-treat-irritability-linked-to-autism-in-children-teens-70665752.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:35:17Z FDA OKs Bristol-Meyers' Abilify to treat irritability linked to autism in children, teens The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved top-selling Abilify as a treatment for autism-related irritability in children from the ages of 6 to 17, drug maker Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. said Friday., The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved top-selling Abilify as a treatment for autism-related irritability in children from the ages of 6 to 17, drug maker Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/attempt-to-recall-lawmaker-over-tax-hikes-fails-70665717.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:35:04Z Attempt to recall lawmaker over tax hikes fails A recall effort against a Republican state lawmaker who voted to raise taxes earlier this year has failed., A recall effort against a Republican state lawmaker who voted to raise taxes earlier this year has failed. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/moodys-investors-service-downgrades-liberty-media-llc-ratings-70665312.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:25:05Z Moody's Investors Service downgrades Liberty Media LLC ratings Moody's Investors Service downgraded ratings for Liberty Media Corp. subsidiary Liberty Media LLC on Friday. The changes come shortly after shareholders approved the formation of a new company out of DirecTV Group Inc. and some of Liberty's entertainment businesses., Moody's Investors Service downgraded ratings for Liberty Media Corp. subsidiary Liberty Media LLC on Friday. The changes come shortly after shareholders approved the formation of a new company out of DirecTV Group Inc. and some of Liberty's entertainment businesses. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/real-salt-lake-embracing-overlooked-role-70658132.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:25:04Z Real Salt Lake embracing overlooked role Nick Rimando just finished rattling off all the players and qualities that make Los Angeles such a difficult opponent for Real Salt Lake in Sunday's MLS Cup final., Nick Rimando just finished rattling off all the players and qualities that make Los Angeles such a difficult opponent for Real Salt Lake in Sunday's MLS Cup final. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/no-16-hokies-feeling-good-about-nc-state-game-70655932.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:25:03Z No. 16 Hokies 'feeling good' for NC State visit Virginia Tech is focusing on what it can do, not what it can't., Virginia Tech is focusing on what it can do, not what it can't. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/britney-spears-ex-boyfriend-adnan-ghalib-sentenced-to-45-days-in-los-angeles-jail-70646317.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:20:09Z Britney Spears' ex sentenced to jail Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib is being sent to jail for 45 days for leaving the scene of an accident., Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib is being sent to jail for 45 days for leaving the scene of an accident. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/police-teen-killed-answering-door-knock-at-home-70663797.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:00:07Z Police: Teen killed answering door knock at home Oakland police say an Oakland teenager who was shot and killed while answering his front door may have been an unintended victim., Oakland police say an Oakland teenager who was shot and killed while answering his front door may have been an unintended victim. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/going-rogue-sells-300000-copies-its-first-day-70663272.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T16:00:03Z "Going Rogue" sells 300,000 copies its first day "Going Rogue" is going big., "Going Rogue" is going big. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/southwest-airlines-changes-rules-to-require-majority-for-election-in-uncontested-board-races-70663237.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:55:12Z Southwest Airlines changes rules to require majority for election in uncontested board races Southwest Airlines Co. said Friday it will require uncontested candidates for its board of directors to win a majority among shareholder votes cast to be elected, instead of just a plurality., Southwest Airlines Co. said Friday it will require uncontested candidates for its board of directors to win a majority among shareholder votes cast to be elected, instead of just a plurality. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/court-filing-cuba-spy-suspect-to-plead-guilty-70647367.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:55:11Z Couple pleads guilty in Cuban spying case A retired State Department worker and his wife accused of a decades-long plot to spy for Cuba pleaded guilty Friday in a deal that will leave him behind bars for the rest of his life but gives her a chance at freedom in six years., A retired State Department worker and his wife accused of a decades-long plot to spy for Cuba pleaded guilty Friday in a deal that will leave him behind bars for the rest of his life but gives her a chance at freedom in six years. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/army-says-independent-review-sought-by-gao-will-look-at-how-body-armor-for-troops-is-tested-70663557.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:55:09Z Army says independent review sought by GAO will look at how body armor for troops is tested The Army says there will be an outside review of how body armor for its soldiers is tested., The Army says there will be an outside review of how body armor for its soldiers is tested. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/barclays-investment-banking-unit-forms-joint-venture-for-real-estate-acquisition-70663547.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:55:08Z Barclays' investment banking unit forms joint venture for real estate acquisition The investment banking division of Barclays Bank PLC said Friday it has formed a joint venture with Goff Capital Inc. to acquire Crescent Real Estate Equities Limited Partnership, a Texas-based office building owner., The investment banking division of Barclays Bank PLC said Friday it has formed a joint venture with Goff Capital Inc. to acquire Crescent Real Estate Equities Limited Partnership, a Texas-based office building owner. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/death-penalty-off-the-table-for-sacramento-deputy-70663532.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:55:07Z Death penalty off the table for Sacramento deputy Prosecutors have decided not to seek the death penalty for a former Sacramento County sheriff's deputy accuse of murdering a state correctional officer., Prosecutors have decided not to seek the death penalty for a former Sacramento County sheriff's deputy accuse of murdering a state correctional officer. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/north-carolina-state-treasurer-issues-gift-ban-for-employees-limits-on-soliciting-for-charity-70658462.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:55:05Z North Carolina state treasurer issues gift ban for employees, limits on soliciting for charity North Carolina's state treasurer has unveiled rules banning employees from taking gifts from companies that do substantial business with the agency., North Carolina's state treasurer has unveiled rules banning employees from taking gifts from companies that do substantial business with the agency. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/wyoming-files-new-lawsuit-challenging-yellowstone-snowmobile-rules-70659287.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:50:11Z Wyoming files new lawsuit challenging Yellowstone snowmobile rules The state of Wyoming filed a federal lawsuit Friday seeking to block the National Park Service from further restricting snowmobile numbers in Yellowstone National Park., The state of Wyoming filed a federal lawsuit Friday seeking to block the National Park Service from further restricting snowmobile numbers in Yellowstone National Park. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/chicago-white-sox-close-to-deal-with-omar-vizquel-70662407.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:50:04Z Chicago White Sox close to deal with Omar Vizquel The Chicago White Sox are closing in on a contract agreement with free agent shortstop Omar Vizquel., The Chicago White Sox are closing in on a contract agreement with free agent shortstop Omar Vizquel. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/sun-times-media-names-chicago-sun-times-publisher-john-barron-as-group-publisher-70657452.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:45:08Z Sun-Times Media names Chicago Sun-Times publisher John Barron as group publisher Sun-Times Media Group, which was recently sold out of bankruptcy to an investor group, said Friday it named John Barron to the newly created group publisher position and as senior vice president of news and editorial operations., Sun-Times Media Group, which was recently sold out of bankruptcy to an investor group, said Friday it named John Barron to the newly created group publisher position and as senior vice president of news and editorial operations. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/st-louis-cardinals-season-tickets-to-be-an-average-3-percent-higher-next-year-70657772.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:45:07Z St. Louis Cardinals season tickets to be an average 3 percent higher next year St. Louis Cardinals season ticket prices are increasing an average of 3 percent next year., St. Louis Cardinals season ticket prices are increasing an average of 3 percent next year. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/those-songs-still-soar-in-george-and-ira-gershwins-girl-crazy-70662787.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:45:04Z Those songs still soar in George and Ira Gershwin's 'Girl Crazy' Let's salute one of the least appreciated conventions of musical theater — the entr'acte., Let's salute one of the least appreciated conventions of musical theater — the entr'acte. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/west-virginia-regulators-approve-5-percent-rate-increase-for-hope-gas-70662402.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:40:14Z West Virginia regulators approve 5 percent rate increase for Hope Gas West Virginia's Public Service Commission has approved a 5 percent rate increase for Hope Gas Inc., West Virginia's Public Service Commission has approved a 5 percent rate increase for Hope Gas Inc. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/federal-grand-jury-indicts-louisiana-businessman-in-alleged-195-million-ponzi-scheme-70662397.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:40:13Z Federal grand jury indicts Louisiana businessman in alleged $19.5 million Ponzi scheme A Louisiana businessman was charged Friday with engaging in a Ponzi scheme to defraud about 160 investors — mostly elderly people — out of roughly $19.5 million and using some of the money to pay for cars, cruises, sports tickets and a house., A Louisiana businessman was charged Friday with engaging in a Ponzi scheme to defraud about 160 investors — mostly elderly people — out of roughly $19.5 million and using some of the money to pay for cars, cruises, sports tickets and a house. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/storm-grounds-reno-flights-i-80-crash-stalls-cars-70662392.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:40:10Z Storm grounds Reno flights; I-80 crash stalls cars A winter storm packing wind gusts more than 80 mph knocked out power to thousands of northern Nevadans, grounded flights and contributed to a fatal pile-up that shut down a stretch of U.S. Interstate 80., A winter storm packing wind gusts more than 80 mph knocked out power to thousands of northern Nevadans, grounded flights and contributed to a fatal pile-up that shut down a stretch of U.S. Interstate 80. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/seminoles-hope-to-earn-bowl-eligibility-saturday-70662372.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:40:07Z Seminoles hope to earn bowl eligibility Saturday Florida State is hoping to become bowl eligible for the 28th straight season against Maryland on Saturday in a game that will be mostly about new quarterbacks and old coaches., Florida State is hoping to become bowl eligible for the 28th straight season against Maryland on Saturday in a game that will be mostly about new quarterbacks and old coaches. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/court-finds-nyc-cable-tv-news-anchor-guilty-of-attempted-assault-of-his-wife-70658827.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:40:06Z Court finds NYC cable TV news anchor guilty of attempted assault of his wife Cable television newsman Dominic Carter, an influential reporter on New York politics, was convicted Friday of an attempted assault on his wife., Cable television newsman Dominic Carter, an influential reporter on New York politics, was convicted Friday of an attempted assault on his wife. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/pilot-killed-in-norcal-single-engine-plane-crash-70661987.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:35:09Z Pilot killed in NorCal single-engine plane crash Authorities say a pilot was killed when his small plane crashed in Northern California near the Nevada border., Authorities say a pilot was killed when his small plane crashed in Northern California near the Nevada border. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/former-iowa-slaughterhouse-manager-seeks-acquittal-judge-orders-him-held-until-sentencing-70661977.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:35:06Z Former Iowa slaughterhouse manager seeks acquittal; judge orders him held until sentencing A former kosher slaughterhouse manager convicted of financial fraud has asked for an acquittal or new trial, saying prosecutors unfairly brought in evidence of immigration violations., A former kosher slaughterhouse manager convicted of financial fraud has asked for an acquittal or new trial, saying prosecutors unfairly brought in evidence of immigration violations. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/stock-futures-indicate-market-to-continue-its-decline-as-dollar-strengthens-70607897.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:30:19Z Stocks slip as investors push into safe-haven investments; Dell weighs on technology stocks Investors can't shake their fears that the economy isn't keeping up with the stock market., Investors can't shake their fears that the economy isn't keeping up with the stock market. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/unlvs-wolfe-breaks-foot-college-career-over-70661612.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:30:18Z UNLV's Wolfe breaks foot, college career over UNLV wide receiver Ryan Wolfe broke his left foot while returning punts in practice and will not be able to play in what would have been the final game of his college career., UNLV wide receiver Ryan Wolfe broke his left foot while returning punts in practice and will not be able to play in what would have been the final game of his college career. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/packers-offensive-line-in-flux-70661607.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:30:17Z Packers offensive line in flux The decision was made during the offseason by Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy, who'd grown tired of watching what he called "musical chairs" being played on his offensive line for the previous three seasons., The decision was made during the offseason by Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy, who'd grown tired of watching what he called "musical chairs" being played on his offensive line for the previous three seasons. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/overstock-says-it-received-listing-rule-violation-letter-from-nasdaq-related-to-3rd-qtr-report-70661602.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:30:15Z Overstock says it received listing rule violation letter from Nasdaq related to 3rd-qtr report Overstock.com Inc. said Friday that it received a listing rule violation letter Thursday from the Nasdaq Stock Market related to the recent filing of its third-quarter report., Overstock.com Inc. said Friday that it received a listing rule violation letter Thursday from the Nasdaq Stock Market related to the recent filing of its third-quarter report. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/report-hershey-may-make-17-billion-offer-for-cadbury-topping-krafts-hostile-bid-70653517.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:30:08Z Report: Hershey may make $17 billion bid for Cadbury, topping Kraft Hershey Co. may make a $17 billion bid for UK candy company Cadbury PLC, topping the recent $16.5 billion hostile offer by Kraft Foods Inc., the Wall Street Journal reports Friday., Hershey Co. may make a $17 billion bid for UK candy company Cadbury PLC, topping the recent $16.5 billion hostile offer by Kraft Foods Inc., the Wall Street Journal reports Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/mo-teen-accused-of-killing-neighbor-sent-to-psych-hospital-attorney-says-shes-depressed-70619562.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:30:05Z Attorney seeks psychiatric care for Mo. teen facing murder charge in death of 9-year-old girl A teenager accused of killing a 9-year-old neighbor should be sent to a psychiatric hospital because she shows signs of severe depression and anxiety, her attorney said., A teenager accused of killing a 9-year-old neighbor should be sent to a psychiatric hospital because she shows signs of severe depression and anxiety, her attorney said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/portis-visits-concussion-specialists-70642112.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:30:03Z Redskins RB Portis visits concussion specialists Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis was at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center on Friday to have his concussion evaluated., Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis was at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center on Friday to have his concussion evaluated. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/regulators-shut-commerce-bank-of-southwest-florida-marks-124th-us-bank-failure-this-year-70657062.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:25:15Z Regulators shut Commerce Bank of Southwest Florida; marks 124th US bank failure this year Florida banking regulators on Friday shut down Commerce Bank of Southwest Florida, marking the 124th U.S. bank to succumb this year to the struggling economy and rising loan defaults., Florida banking regulators on Friday shut down Commerce Bank of Southwest Florida, marking the 124th U.S. bank to succumb this year to the struggling economy and rising loan defaults. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/suburban-denver-billboard-links-obama-with-jihadists-70660157.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:25:13Z Suburban Denver billboard links Obama with jihadists A billboard showing President Barack Obama wearing a turban has sparked a lot of attention at the suburban Denver used car dealership that put it up., A billboard showing President Barack Obama wearing a turban has sparked a lot of attention at the suburban Denver used car dealership that put it up. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/jennifer-lopez-adam-lambert-among-those-preparing-special-performances-for-sundays-american-music-awards-70609992.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:25:07Z Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert, others preparing special performances for American Music Awards Jennifer Lopez plans to include fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance at the American Music Awards. "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert will incorporate leather and chains into his., Jennifer Lopez plans to include fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance at the American Music Awards. "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert will incorporate leather and chains into his. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/woman-pleads-no-contest-in-deadly-nevada-crash-70661097.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:20:15Z Woman pleads no contest in deadly Nevada crash A woman has pleaded no contest in a head-on crash that killed a man on U.S. Highway 50 in March., A woman has pleaded no contest in a head-on crash that killed a man on U.S. Highway 50 in March. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/ap-news-in-brief-70661077.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:20:09Z AP News in Brief Three Democratic moderates to decide fate of health bill — for now — in crucial Saturday vote, Three Democratic moderates to decide fate of health bill — for now — in crucial Saturday vote http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/un-childrens-convention-at-20-indian-boy-embodies-the-plight-of-millions-of-downtrodden-kids-70602927.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:20:07Z UN children's convention at 20: Indian boy embodies the plight of millions of downtrodden kids Arun Kumar was born to disabled parents, beaten by his grandparents, ran away from home, got a job in a garment factory and had all his savings stolen by the police., Arun Kumar was born to disabled parents, beaten by his grandparents, ran away from home, got a job in a garment factory and had all his savings stolen by the police. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/prosecutors-charge-former-marine-with-6-counts-of-murder-in-death-of-cathouse-star-others-70659597.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:20:05Z Prosecutors charge former Marine with 6 counts of murder in death of 'Cathouse' star, others A former Marine was charged Friday with six counts of first-degree murder in the shooting deaths of four people whose bodies were found in a burning home, including a prostitute featured on the HBO reality series "Cathouse.", A former Marine was charged Friday with six counts of first-degree murder in the shooting deaths of four people whose bodies were found in a burning home, including a prostitute featured on the HBO reality series "Cathouse." http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/venezuela-takes-over-management-of-4-private-banks-citing-noncompliance-with-regulations-70612712.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:15:17Z Venezuela takes over management of 4 private banks, citing violations of regulations Venezuela's government took over management of four private banks on Friday, citing serious irregularities and violations of banking regulations., Venezuela's government took over management of four private banks on Friday, citing serious irregularities and violations of banking regulations. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/florida-regulators-approve-11-percent-hike-for-some-mobile-home-owners-insured-by-citizens-70660597.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:15:14Z Florida regulators approve 11 percent hike for some mobile home owners insured by Citizens More than 15,000 mobile home owners insured by state-backed Citizens Property insurance Corp. will see an 11 percent increase on their insurance policies in 2010., More than 15,000 mobile home owners insured by state-backed Citizens Property insurance Corp. will see an 11 percent increase on their insurance policies in 2010. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/70660592.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:15:12Z How the Dow Jones industrials and other major stock indexes fared in Friday's trading Stocks fell for a third straight day Friday as a disappointing outlook from computer maker Dell Inc. suggested that an economic recovery could be uneven. The market, which has been shuttling between concerns about the economy and traders' need to find high-yielding investments, is back to worrying about the economy. Demand for safe haven investments like Treasurys and the dollar rose for a second day in response to Dell's outlook and comments from European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet, who said the ECB plans to start reining in some of its stimulus programs. A rising dollar also hit commodities producers and exporters., Stocks fell for a third straight day Friday as a disappointing outlook from computer maker Dell Inc. suggested that an economic recovery could be uneven. The market, which has been shuttling between concerns about the economy and traders' need to find high-yielding investments, is back to worrying about the economy. Demand for safe haven investments like Treasurys and the dollar rose for a second day in response to Dell's outlook and comments from European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet, who said the ECB plans to start reining in some of its stimulus programs. A rising dollar also hit commodities producers and exporters. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/republican-advisers-say-giuliani-leaning-toward-senate-bid-instead-of-governors-race-70594542.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:15:05Z NY Republican advisers say Giuliani more interested in running for US Senate than governor Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, encouraged by many Republicans to run for governor in 2010, is instead leaning toward a run for U.S. Senate, according to two party advisers., Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, encouraged by many Republicans to run for governor in 2010, is instead leaning toward a run for U.S. Senate, according to two party advisers. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/td-ameritrade-announces-125-billion-senior-notes-offering-70660207.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:10:09Z TD Ameritrade announces $1.25 billion senior notes offering Online retail brokerage TD Ameritrade Holding Corp. said Friday that it will sell $1.25 billion in senior unsecured notes in a public offering and use proceeds to retire debt and stagger the maturity of its long-term bonds., Online retail brokerage TD Ameritrade Holding Corp. said Friday that it will sell $1.25 billion in senior unsecured notes in a public offering and use proceeds to retire debt and stagger the maturity of its long-term bonds. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nh-ag-seeks-involuntary-bankruptcy-for-mortgage-company-that-closed-suddenly-this-month-70660192.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:10:08Z NH AG seeks involuntary bankruptcy for mortgage company that closed suddenly this month The New Hampshire attorney general's office wants to force a mortgage company that closed suddenly into bankruptcy., The New Hampshire attorney general's office wants to force a mortgage company that closed suddenly into bankruptcy. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/fired-psychiatrist-says-marines-suffering-from-post-traumatic-stress-received-shoddy-care-70659602.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:10:03Z Fired psychiatrist says Marines suffering from stress are getting shoddy care at Camp Lejeune Marines treated at Camp Lejeune for post-traumatic stress had to undergo therapy for months in temporary trailers where they could hear bomb blasts, machine-gun fire and war cries through the thin walls, according to servicemen and their former psychiatrist., Marines treated at Camp Lejeune for post-traumatic stress had to undergo therapy for months in temporary trailers where they could hear bomb blasts, machine-gun fire and war cries through the thin walls, according to servicemen and their former psychiatrist. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/movers-roundup-dress-barn-shares-climb-hibbett-sports-stock-jumps-on-strong-3q-results-70659612.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:05:15Z Movers roundup: Dress Barn shares climb, Hibbett Sports stock jumps on strong 3Q results Among the stock activity stories for Friday, Nov. 20, from AP Financial News:, Among the stock activity stories for Friday, Nov. 20, from AP Financial News: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/huntington-bancshares-plans-to-buy-3389m-in-subordinated-bank-notes-in-tender-offer-70659607.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:05:14Z Huntington Bancshares plans to buy $338.9M in subordinated bank notes in tender offer Huntington Bancshares Inc., parent company of Huntington National Bank, said Friday that it will pay $338.9 million for subordinated bank notes tendered for an offer that expired Thursday., Huntington Bancshares Inc., parent company of Huntington National Bank, said Friday that it will pay $338.9 million for subordinated bank notes tendered for an offer that expired Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/tenn-judge-finds-law-allowing-guns-in-bars-is-unconstitutional-fraught-with-ambiguity-70654412.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:05:13Z Tenn. judge finds law allowing guns in bars is unconstitutional, 'fraught with ambiguity' Tennessee's new law allowing people with handgun permits to be armed in bars and restaurants that serve alcohol is unconstitutionally vague, a judge ruled on Friday., Tennessee's new law allowing people with handgun permits to be armed in bars and restaurants that serve alcohol is unconstitutionally vague, a judge ruled on Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/colo-coroner-says-mother-of-new-orleans-saints-qb-brees-died-of-drug-overdose-70658802.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:05:04Z Colo. coroner says mother of New Orleans Saints QB Brees died of drug overdose The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide., The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/murder-move-trial-to-la-a-setback-for-transit-cop-70650427.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:23Z Murder trial's move to LA setback for transit cop A judge's decision to move Johannes Mehserle's murder trial to Los Angeles County is a setback for the former transit police officer charged with gunning down an unarmed man on New Year's Day., A judge's decision to move Johannes Mehserle's murder trial to Los Angeles County is a setback for the former transit police officer charged with gunning down an unarmed man on New Year's Day. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/telecom-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659282.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:21Z Telecom companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top telecom companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top telecom companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/silver-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659277.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:20Z Silver companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top silver companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top silver companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/railroads-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659267.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:19Z Railroads companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top railroads companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top railroads companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pharmaceuticals-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659262.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:17Z Pharmaceuticals companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top pharmaceuticals companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top pharmaceuticals companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pbm-companies-shares-up-at-the-close-of-trading-70659252.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:16Z PBM companies shares up at the close of trading Shares of some top pbm companies were up at the close of trading:, Shares of some top pbm companies were up at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/oil-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659242.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:15Z Oil companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top oil companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top oil companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/medical-devices-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659232.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:13Z Medical Devices companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top medical devices companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top medical devices companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/media-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659227.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:12Z Media companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top media companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top media companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/managed-care-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659222.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:11Z Managed Care companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top managed care companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top managed care companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/machinery-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659217.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:09Z Machinery companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top machinery companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top machinery companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/investment-banks-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659212.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:08Z Investment Banks companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top investment banks companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top investment banks companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/internet-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659207.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:06Z Internet companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top internet companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top internet companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/insurers-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659197.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:04Z Insurers companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top insurers companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top insurers companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/homebuilders-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659182.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:03Z Homebuilders companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top homebuilders companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top homebuilders companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/health-care-equipment-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659162.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:01Z Health Care Equipment companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gold-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659157.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:02:00Z Gold companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top gold companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top gold companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/food-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659142.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:58Z Food companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top food companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top food companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/finance-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659132.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:56Z Finance companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top finance companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top finance companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/electrical-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659127.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:55Z Electrical companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top electrical companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top electrical companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/education-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659122.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:53Z Education companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top education companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top education companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/durable-goods-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659117.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:51Z Durable Goods companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top durable goods companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top durable goods companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/drugstore-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659112.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:49Z Drugstore companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top drugstore companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top drugstore companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/construction-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659102.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:47Z Construction companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top construction companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top construction companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/computer-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659092.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:46Z Computer companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top computer companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top computer companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/commercial-banks-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659082.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:43Z Commercial Banks companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top commercial banks companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top commercial banks companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/coal-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659072.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:41Z Coal companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top coal companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top coal companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/broadline-retail-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70659067.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:39Z Broadline Retail companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top broadline retail companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top broadline retail companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/biotechnology-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659052.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:37Z Biotechnology companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top biotechnology companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top biotechnology companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/staffing-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659042.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:35Z Staffing companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top staffing companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top staffing companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/utilities-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659037.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:33Z Utilities companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top utilities companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top utilities companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/specialty-retail-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70659002.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:01:28Z Specialty Retail companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top specialty retail companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top specialty retail companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/as-interest-rates-fall-back-near-zero-there-arent-many-happy-returns-70658862.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:00:16Z As interest rates fall back near zero, there aren't many happy returns The U.S. is finally becoming a nation of savers. Now if only we could get something for our money., The U.S. is finally becoming a nation of savers. Now if only we could get something for our money. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nebraska-ethanol-plant-owners-insurers-sue-gas-provider-over-fire-they-say-cost-18m-70644492.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:00:14Z Nebraska ethanol plant owners, insurers sue gas provider over fire they say cost $1.8 million The owners of a Lexington ethanol plant and their insurer are suing a subsidiary of a Houston-based natural gas provider they say is responsible for an explosion and fire that shut down the plant for weeks., The owners of a Lexington ethanol plant and their insurer are suing a subsidiary of a Houston-based natural gas provider they say is responsible for an explosion and fire that shut down the plant for weeks. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/beverages-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70658857.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:00:13Z Beverages companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top beverages companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top beverages companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/autos-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70658852.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:00:11Z Autos companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top autos companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top autos companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/airlines-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70658847.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:00:10Z Airlines companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top airlines companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top airlines companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ravens-edwards-plans-appeal-of-fine-for-roughness-70645742.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T15:00:08Z Ravens' Edwards plans appeal of fine for roughness Baltimore Ravens defensive end Dwan Edwards plans to appeal the $5,000 fine he received for a hit delivered to Cleveland Browns wide receiver Joshua Cribbs on Monday night., Baltimore Ravens defensive end Dwan Edwards plans to appeal the $5,000 fine he received for a hit delivered to Cleveland Browns wide receiver Joshua Cribbs on Monday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/business-highlights-70658157.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:55:25Z Business Highlights More states add jobs, but many for temporary staff, More states add jobs, but many for temporary staff http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/aerospace-companies-shares-up-at-the-close-of-trading-70658492.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:55:23Z Aerospace companies shares up at the close of trading Shares of some top aerospace companies were up at the close of trading:, Shares of some top aerospace companies were up at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/telephone--data-systems-announces-new-stock-buyback-authorization-4q-dividend-70658487.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:55:21Z Telephone & Data Systems announces new stock buyback authorization, 4Q dividend The board of Telephone and Data Systems Inc. has authorized the company to buy back as much as $250 million worth of its common and special common shares, as market conditions permit., The board of Telephone and Data Systems Inc. has authorized the company to buy back as much as $250 million worth of its common and special common shares, as market conditions permit. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/man-accused-of-taping-reporter-to-appear-in-court-70604727.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:55:13Z Bond amount increased to $100K for man accused in videos taken of ESPN reporter Erin Andrews An Illinois insurance executive accused of secretly making nude videos of ESPN reporter Erin Andrews posted $100,000 bond on Friday — a much larger amount than previously imposed., An Illinois insurance executive accused of secretly making nude videos of ESPN reporter Erin Andrews posted $100,000 bond on Friday — a much larger amount than previously imposed. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/product-recalls-cantaloupes-shedds-country-crock-chilled-side-dish-products-70658477.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:55:12Z Product Recalls: cantaloupes, Shedd's Country Crock chilled side-dish products The following recalls have been announced:, The following recalls have been announced: http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/prosecutors-charge-former-marine-with-6-counts-of-murder-in-death-of-cathouse-star-others-70658437.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:55:05Z Prosecutors charge former Marine with 6 counts of murder in death of 'Cathouse' star, others A former Marine has been charged with six counts of first-degree murder in the shooting deaths of four people whose bodies were found in a burning home, including a prostitute featured on the HBO reality series "Cathouse.", A former Marine has been charged with six counts of first-degree murder in the shooting deaths of four people whose bodies were found in a burning home, including a prostitute featured on the HBO reality series "Cathouse." http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ak-steel-to-raise-prices-for-carbon-steel-products-effective-january-1-70658142.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:50:06Z AK Steel to raise prices for carbon steel products, effective January 1 AK Steel Holding Corp., a supplier to the U.S. auto industry, said Friday that it will hike spot market prices for its carbon steel products, effective Jan. 1., AK Steel Holding Corp., a supplier to the U.S. auto industry, said Friday that it will hike spot market prices for its carbon steel products, effective Jan. 1. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/mexican-prosecutors-investigate-disappearance-of-journalist-who-reported-on-crime-corruption-70657782.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:45:13Z Mexican prosecutors investigate disappearance of journalist who reported on crime, corruption Authorities in the western Mexican state of Michoacan are investigating the disappearance of a journalist who wrote about organized crime., Authorities in the western Mexican state of Michoacan are investigating the disappearance of a journalist who wrote about organized crime. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/missouri-jury-deliberates-on-case-of-black-school-teacher-who-says-white-police-assaulted-her-70657777.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:45:12Z Missouri jury deliberates on case of black school teacher who says white police assaulted her A jury is deliberating the fate of a black school teacher charged with assaulting white police officers in Missouri, A jury is deliberating the fate of a black school teacher charged with assaulting white police officers in Missouri http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ward-welcomes-kessler-to-oakland-for-title-bout-70656687.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:45:08Z Ward welcomes Kessler to Oakland for title bout Andre Ward feels he's been an underdog from the moment he was born. Even with his prodigious boxing gifts, his undefeated ring record and that Olympic gold medal, he still firmly believes that nobody gives him a chance., Andre Ward feels he's been an underdog from the moment he was born. Even with his prodigious boxing gifts, his undefeated ring record and that Olympic gold medal, he still firmly believes that nobody gives him a chance. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/getaway-driver-in-la-atm-murder-gets-25-to-life-70657757.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:45:07Z Getaway driver in LA ATM murder gets 25-to-life A woman who drove the getaway car after a robbery and murder at an ATM in Los Angeles last year will spend 25 years to life in prison., A woman who drove the getaway car after a robbery and murder at an ATM in Los Angeles last year will spend 25 years to life in prison. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/jury-continues-deliberating-baltimore-mayors-case-70621212.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:45:06Z Jury says deliberations heated in mayor's trial Jurors in the theft trial of Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon were dismissed for the weekend after sending a note to the judge saying deliberations were getting heated., Jurors in the theft trial of Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon were dismissed for the weekend after sending a note to the judge saying deliberations were getting heated. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/floridas-unemployment-rate-continues-steady-climb-to-112-percent-in-october-70635382.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:45:05Z Florida's unemployment rate continues steady climb to 11.2 percent in October Florida's unemployment rate continued its steady upward climb in October to 11.2 percent — a mark last seen in the 1970s and a tenth of a percentage point higher than September's adjusted rate, state officials said Friday., Florida's unemployment rate continued its steady upward climb in October to 11.2 percent — a mark last seen in the 1970s and a tenth of a percentage point higher than September's adjusted rate, state officials said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/treasury-prices-dip-short-term-bill-yields-hover-nearly-lows-for-the-year-70644482.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:45:04Z Treasury prices dip; short-term bill yields hover near lows for the year Treasury prices mostly fell Friday, pushing their yields higher. Yields on short-term bills hovered near their lows of the year., Treasury prices mostly fell Friday, pushing their yields higher. Yields on short-term bills hovered near their lows of the year. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/jm-smucker-2nd-quarter-profit-more-than-doubles-on-folgers-acquisition-product-popularity-70609052.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:45:03Z J.M. Smucker 2nd-quarter profit nearly triples on Folgers acquisition, profit margins J.M. Smucker Co. nearly tripled its profit in the second quarter as the addition of Folgers coffee gave a jolt to its lineup and lower commodity prices for coffee beans and other items fattened its profit margins., J.M. Smucker Co. nearly tripled its profit in the second quarter as the addition of Folgers coffee gave a jolt to its lineup and lower commodity prices for coffee beans and other items fattened its profit margins. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/left-hander-john-grabow-gets-75-million-2-year-deal-from-cubs-first-free-agent-to-agree-70642832.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:40:04Z Left-hander John Grabow gets $7.5 million, 2-year deal from Cubs, first free agent to agree Pitcher John Grabow became the first of the 171 free agents to reach agreement on a new deal, getting a $7.5 million, two-year contract Friday from the Chicago Cubs., Pitcher John Grabow became the first of the 171 free agents to reach agreement on a new deal, getting a $7.5 million, two-year contract Friday from the Chicago Cubs. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/moodys-investors-service-downgrades-sprint-nextel-rating-to-ba2-70657077.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:35:06Z Moody's Investors Service downgrades Sprint Nextel rating to 'Ba2' Moody's Investors Service said Friday that it downgraded ratings for Sprint Nextel Corp. because it is taking longer than expected to stanch a deterioration in its profit., Moody's Investors Service said Friday that it downgraded ratings for Sprint Nextel Corp. because it is taking longer than expected to stanch a deterioration in its profit. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/federal-jury-finds-3-hebrew-boys-guilty-of-all-charges-in-80-million-sc-fraud-scheme-70648717.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:35:05Z Federal jury finds '3 Hebrew Boys' guilty of all charges in $80 million SC fraud scheme Three South Carolina men have been found guilty of bilking thousands of investors out of more than $80 million., Three South Carolina men have been found guilty of bilking thousands of investors out of more than $80 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/california-investigates-whether-african-american-churches-were-cheated-by-leasing-companies-70633347.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:35:04Z Calif. launches probe into scam targeting churches California is investigating several companies suspected of bilking churches nationwide of hundreds of thousands of dollars through fraudulent computer leasing schemes, authorities said Friday., California is investigating several companies suspected of bilking churches nationwide of hundreds of thousands of dollars through fraudulent computer leasing schemes, authorities said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pemex-reports-oil-production-down-in-first-10-months-of-2009-70656697.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:30:17Z Pemex reports oil production down in first 10 months of 2009 Crude production at Mexico's state-owned oil company dropped 7.1 percent in the first 10 months of this year amid declining reserves., Crude production at Mexico's state-owned oil company dropped 7.1 percent in the first 10 months of this year amid declining reserves. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/police-sergeant-accused-of-misconduct-70656672.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:30:13Z Police sergeant accused of misconduct Baltimore police say a sergeant who authorized the use of the department's marine unit as part of a Maryland lawmaker's marriage proposal has been charged with misconduct., Baltimore police say a sergeant who authorized the use of the department's marine unit as part of a Maryland lawmaker's marriage proposal has been charged with misconduct. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/minnesota-house-tells-court-that-gov-pawlenty-misused-law-with-solo-budget-cuts-70656667.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:30:11Z Minnesota House tells court that Gov. Pawlenty misused law with solo budget cuts Lawyers for the Minnesota House spell out in a 34-page brief why they believe Gov. Tim Pawlenty misused a state law to enact budget cuts without legislative consent., Lawyers for the Minnesota House spell out in a 34-page brief why they believe Gov. Tim Pawlenty misused a state law to enact budget cuts without legislative consent. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dr-horton-fiscal-4th-quarter-loss-narrows-revenue-sinks-42-percent-70608927.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:30:08Z Homebuilder D.R. Horton stems loss in fiscal 4th-qtr, but misses Wall Street expectations Homebuilder D.R. Horton Inc., saw new home orders spike 26 percent from a year ago in the latest quarter as buyers raced to close deals and take advantage of a federal tax credit. But a wider-than-anticipated loss fueled by write-downs sent shares tumbling more than 15 percent Friday., Homebuilder D.R. Horton Inc., saw new home orders spike 26 percent from a year ago in the latest quarter as buyers raced to close deals and take advantage of a federal tax credit. But a wider-than-anticipated loss fueled by write-downs sent shares tumbling more than 15 percent Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/missouri-governor-promises-to-limit-budget-cuts-to-community-colleges-if-they-freeze-tuition-70656647.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:30:06Z Missouri governor promises to limit budget cuts to community colleges if they freeze tuition Community colleges have joined Missouri's four-year colleges and universities in agreeing to freeze tuition next school year if state officials promise to nick and not slash their budgets., Community colleges have joined Missouri's four-year colleges and universities in agreeing to freeze tuition next school year if state officials promise to nick and not slash their budgets. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/un-committee-targets-irans-human-rights-violations-and-crackdown-on-election-opponents-70628962.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:30:03Z UN committee targets Iran's human rights violations and crackdown on election opponents A key U.N. committee approved a resolution Friday urging Iran to halt the persecution of political opponents following the country's disputed presidential election and release those still detained., A key U.N. committee approved a resolution Friday urging Iran to halt the persecution of political opponents following the country's disputed presidential election and release those still detained. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/mexico-pulls-out-of-recession-but-still-faces-serious-challenges-70626372.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:25:09Z Mexico says it's out of recession but still faces serious challenges Rising oil prices and increased exports are slowly dragging Mexico's economy out of a severe recession, but the nation's financial system still confronts fundamental challenges, national leaders and experts said., Rising oil prices and increased exports are slowly dragging Mexico's economy out of a severe recession, but the nation's financial system still confronts fundamental challenges, national leaders and experts said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/la-sees-drop-in-initial-jobless-claims-after-brief-spike-due-to-transportation-sector-layoff-70656232.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:25:07Z La. sees drop in initial jobless claims after brief spike due to transportation sector layoff First-time claims for jobless benefits in Louisiana fell last week after a spike attributed to a temporary layoff in the transportation equipment industry., First-time claims for jobless benefits in Louisiana fell last week after a spike attributed to a temporary layoff in the transportation equipment industry. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/medidata-solutions-shares-fall-on-plans-for-45-million-common-stock-offering-70624192.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:25:05Z Medidata Solutions plans 4.5 million-share common stock offering; shares fall Medidata Solutions Inc., a maker of software and services for clinical development of drugs and medical devices, said Friday it plans a public offering of 4.5 million shares of its common stock., Medidata Solutions Inc., a maker of software and services for clinical development of drugs and medical devices, said Friday it plans a public offering of 4.5 million shares of its common stock. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dr-horton-jm-smucker-dell-adc-telecommunications-are-among-big-market-movers-friday-70655992.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:20:21Z D.R. Horton, J.M. Smucker, Dell, ADC Telecommunications are among big market movers Friday The following stocks were among those that moved substantially or traded heavily Friday on the New York Stock Exchange:, The following stocks were among those that moved substantially or traded heavily Friday on the New York Stock Exchange: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/duke-realty-renews-revolving-credit-facility-valued-at-850-million-70655987.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:20:20Z Duke Realty renews revolving credit facility valued at $850 million Duke Realty Corp. said Friday it renewed an unsecured revolving credit facility, which now has a borrowing capacity of $850 million., Duke Realty Corp. said Friday it renewed an unsecured revolving credit facility, which now has a borrowing capacity of $850 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/busy-week-for-ipos-signals-theres-more-to-come-but-investors-remain-picky-about-placing-bets-70652537.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:20:17Z Flurry of IPOs signals IPO rebound to continue The flurry of initial public offerings this week is confirmation that this fall's rebound in the market wasn't a fluke and sets the stage for more companies to raise money through IPOs in 2010. But the response to two of the newly public companies shows that investors continue to be careful about where they place their bets., The flurry of initial public offerings this week is confirmation that this fall's rebound in the market wasn't a fluke and sets the stage for more companies to raise money through IPOs in 2010. But the response to two of the newly public companies shows that investors continue to be careful about where they place their bets. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/officials-say-asian-carp-may-have-breached-electronic-barrier-increasing-risk-to-great-lakes-70655982.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:20:17Z Officials say Asian carp may have breached electronic barrier, increasing risk to Great Lakes Asian carp may have breached an electronic barrier designed to prevent the giant invaders from upsetting the ecosystem in the Great Lakes and jeopardizing a $7 billion sport fishery, officials said Friday., Asian carp may have breached an electronic barrier designed to prevent the giant invaders from upsetting the ecosystem in the Great Lakes and jeopardizing a $7 billion sport fishery, officials said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/alabama-unemployment-rate-rises-to-109-percent-in-october-highest-in-more-than-25-years-70655972.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:20:15Z Alabama unemployment rate rises to 10.9 percent in October, highest in more than 25 years Just two years after hitting a record low, the unemployment rate in Alabama climbed to 10.9 percent in October, the highest it has been in more than 25 years, state officials announced Friday., Just two years after hitting a record low, the unemployment rate in Alabama climbed to 10.9 percent in October, the highest it has been in more than 25 years, state officials announced Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/jpmorgan-chase-drops-controversial-arbitration-clause-from-credit-card-contracts-70649262.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:20:13Z JPMorgan Chase drops controversial arbitration clause from credit card contracts JPMorgan Chase & Co. said Friday it is dropping a clause from its credit card contracts that required disputes with customers to be handled through binding arbitration, a move that could lead to consumers filing class-action and other lawsuits., JPMorgan Chase & Co. said Friday it is dropping a clause from its credit card contracts that required disputes with customers to be handled through binding arbitration, a move that could lead to consumers filing class-action and other lawsuits. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/electrician-auctioning-bayside-island-70655917.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:20:04Z Electrician auctioning bayside island A West Ocean City electrician who needs money to keep his business going is auctioning a private bayside island that features a sandy beach and hunting lodge., A West Ocean City electrician who needs money to keep his business going is auctioning a private bayside island that features a sandy beach and hunting lodge. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/canadian-court-orders-refugee-board-to-reconsider-case-of-lesbian-deserter-from-us-army-70643342.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:20:03Z Canadian court orders refugee board to reconsider case of lesbian deserter from US army A lesbian who deserted the U.S. military and fled to Canada must be given another chance to plead her case for refugee status, Canada's Federal Court ruled Friday., A lesbian who deserted the U.S. military and fled to Canada must be given another chance to plead her case for refugee status, Canada's Federal Court ruled Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/with-referendum-set-for-dec-5-early-voting-on-table-games-for-wva-casino-tops-1300-70655047.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:10:22Z With referendum set for Dec. 5, early voting on table games for W.Va. casino tops 1,300 More than 1,300 people have already voted on whether to let the Charles Town Races & Slots put table games in its casino., More than 1,300 people have already voted on whether to let the Charles Town Races & Slots put table games in its casino. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/knicks-answer-no-to-signing-allen-iverson-70630817.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:10:21Z Knicks answer no to signing Iverson, saying he doesn't fit with plans to develop young players The New York Knicks won't sign Allen Iverson, believing any short-term gain would hinder their plans to build for the future., The New York Knicks won't sign Allen Iverson, believing any short-term gain would hinder their plans to build for the future. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/rolando-mcclain-brandon-spikes-sean-weatherspoon-named-butkus-award-finalists-again-70655042.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:10:20Z Rolando McClain, Brandon Spikes, Sean Weatherspoon named Butkus Award finalists again Alabama's Rolando McClain, Florida's Brandon Spikes and Missouri's Sean Weatherspoon are once again finalists for the Butkus Award, given annually to the nation's top linebacker., Alabama's Rolando McClain, Florida's Brandon Spikes and Missouri's Sean Weatherspoon are once again finalists for the Butkus Award, given annually to the nation's top linebacker. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/accused-ringleader-in-plot-to-destroy-sears-tower-bomb-fbi-offices-to-be-sentenced-in-florida-70609467.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:10:18Z Sears Tower terror plot ringleader sentenced to 13 1/2 years in prison by Fla. federal judge The ringleader of a group described by prosecutors as plotting terror attacks on Chicago's Sears Tower and FBI offices in hopes of sparking an anti-government insurrection was sentenced Friday to 13 1/2 years in prison by a federal judge., The ringleader of a group described by prosecutors as plotting terror attacks on Chicago's Sears Tower and FBI offices in hopes of sparking an anti-government insurrection was sentenced Friday to 13 1/2 years in prison by a federal judge. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/overweight-students-at-university-in-pennsylvania-told-to-take-fitness-class-or-risk-diplomas-70646932.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:10:17Z Overweight students at university in Pennsylvania told to take fitness class or risk diplomas A Pennsylvania university's requirement that overweight undergraduates take a fitness course to receive their degrees has raised the hackles of students and the eyebrows of health and legal experts., A Pennsylvania university's requirement that overweight undergraduates take a fitness course to receive their degrees has raised the hackles of students and the eyebrows of health and legal experts. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/defense-chief-says-us-will-examine-its-own-contracts-in-hopes-of-reducing-afghan-corruption-70634442.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:10:13Z Defense chief says US will examine its own contracts in hopes of reducing Afghan corruption The United States will do its part to reduce corruption in Afghanistan by examining its own contracts and projects, even as it is demanding the same from the Afghan government, Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Friday., The United States will do its part to reduce corruption in Afghanistan by examining its own contracts and projects, even as it is demanding the same from the Afghan government, Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dollar-continues-to-rise-with-treasury-yields-near-year-lows-as-investors-pare-risk-70620922.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:10:12Z Dollar continues to rise, with Treasury yields near year lows, as investors pare risk The safe-haven dollar further strengthened Friday and Treasury yields hovered around their lows for the year as worries about the economy in 2010 diminished traders' appetites for risky bets., The safe-haven dollar further strengthened Friday and Treasury yields hovered around their lows for the year as worries about the economy in 2010 diminished traders' appetites for risky bets. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/court-grape-growers-cant-fight-generic-ads-70654442.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:05:09Z Court: grape growers can't fight generic ads A federal appeals court in San Francisco has rejected three grape growers' challenge to a mandatory advertising campaign for California table grapes., A federal appeals court in San Francisco has rejected three grape growers' challenge to a mandatory advertising campaign for California table grapes. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ga-tech-adds-a-year-to-johnsons-contract-70653522.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:00:11Z Ga. Tech adds a year to Johnson's contract Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson agreed Friday to a one-year extension of his contract, which now runs through 2016., Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson agreed Friday to a one-year extension of his contract, which now runs through 2016. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gold-prices-inch-higher-buoyed-by-safe-haven-appeal-other-metals-little-changed-70653292.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:00:08Z Gold prices inch higher, buoyed by safe-haven appeal; Other metals little changed Gold prices finished higher for a sixth straight day Friday, rising even as the dollar strengthened., Gold prices finished higher for a sixth straight day Friday, rising even as the dollar strengthened. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/university-of-calif-imposes-2500-fee-increase-as-police-in-riot-gear-watch-over-protest-70604612.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:00:06Z UC students occupy buildings to protest fee hike Dozens of demonstrators who barricaded themselves inside a campus building at the University of California, Berkeley in a protest over fee hikes and budget cuts were removed late Friday, bringing the daylong occupation to an end, university officials said., Dozens of demonstrators who barricaded themselves inside a campus building at the University of California, Berkeley in a protest over fee hikes and budget cuts were removed late Friday, bringing the daylong occupation to an end, university officials said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/end-of-an-era-brunswick-naval-air-stations-planes-to-depart-as-base-readies-for-closing-70650037.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T14:00:04Z End of an era: Brunswick Naval Air Station's planes to depart as base readies for closing The rumble of Navy patrol aircraft flying overhead will soon be a thing of the past as the remaining P-3 Orions depart from Brunswick Naval Air Station., The rumble of Navy patrol aircraft flying overhead will soon be a thing of the past as the remaining P-3 Orions depart from Brunswick Naval Air Station. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/northeast-pa-residents-sue-houston-based-natural-gas-driller-over-polluted-water-wells-70652982.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:55:07Z Northeast Pa. residents sue Houston-based natural gas driller over polluted water wells Pat Farnelli says there's something in the water at her house. The last time she drank it, she says she vomited four times. It's made her children sick, too., Pat Farnelli says there's something in the water at her house. The last time she drank it, she says she vomited four times. It's made her children sick, too. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/fitch-increases-rating-outlook-for-flowserve-on-leverage-operating-performance-70639017.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:55:05Z Fitch increases rating outlook for Flowserve on leverage, operating performance Fitch Ratings boosted its rating outlook for Flowserve Corp. on Friday citing the pump making and fluid handling company's low leverage, good operating performance and other factors., Fitch Ratings boosted its rating outlook for Flowserve Corp. on Friday citing the pump making and fluid handling company's low leverage, good operating performance and other factors. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/no-23-utah-tries-to-recover-against-san-diego-st-70651382.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:55:04Z No. 23 Utah tries to recover against San Diego St. Banged and bruised, Utah quarterback Jordan Wynn is ready for another shot., Banged and bruised, Utah quarterback Jordan Wynn is ready for another shot. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/lapd-arrests-man-for-1982-koreatown-killing-70653002.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:50:07Z LAPD arrests man for 1982 Koreatown killing Los Angeles cold-case detectives have arrested a man charged with murdering a 65-year-old woman nearly three decades ago., Los Angeles cold-case detectives have arrested a man charged with murdering a 65-year-old woman nearly three decades ago. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gephardt-pushes-for-more-investment-in-medical-research-says-it-can-cut-costs-find-cures-70652987.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:50:05Z Gephardt pushes for more investment in medical research, says it can cut costs, find cures Former U.S. Rep. Richard Gephardt pushed Friday for Iowa to expand its focus on public health, arguing the state has the medical infrastructure in place to make it a leader in the field., Former U.S. Rep. Richard Gephardt pushed Friday for Iowa to expand its focus on public health, arguing the state has the medical infrastructure in place to make it a leader in the field. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/senators-want-chrysler-gm-to-give-more-details-on-dealer-closures-70651967.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:50:03Z Senators want Chrysler, GM to give more details on dealer closures Senators are calling on General Motors and Chrysler to release more details on ongoing talks over the automakers' plans to close thousands of auto dealerships as part of their bankruptcies., Senators are calling on General Motors and Chrysler to release more details on ongoing talks over the automakers' plans to close thousands of auto dealerships as part of their bankruptcies. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/senate-health-bill-helps-chiropractors-biologic-drugmakers-but-whacks-insurance-executives-70652532.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:45:11Z Senate health bill helps chiropractors, biologic drugmakers but whacks insurance executives Chiropractors get a lift in the Senate health care bill, thanks to a senator from the state practitioners consider the birthplace of their profession — Iowa., Chiropractors get a lift in the Senate health care bill, thanks to a senator from the state practitioners consider the birthplace of their profession — Iowa. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/in-restructuring-ap-changes-roles-for-6-news-editors-and-assigns-4-regional-photo-editors-70647797.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:45:09Z In restructuring, AP changes roles for 6 news editors and assigns 4 regional photo editors The Associated Press has named six news editors to oversee expanded multistate territories and has assigned four interim regional photo editors as part of a restructuring of U.S. news management to ensure the continuing strength of the news cooperative's state reports., The Associated Press has named six news editors to oversee expanded multistate territories and has assigned four interim regional photo editors as part of a restructuring of U.S. news management to ensure the continuing strength of the news cooperative's state reports. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/saints-running-back-reggie-bush-questionable-for-tampa-bay-70652522.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:45:07Z Saints running back Reggie Bush questionable for Tampa Bay New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush has been held out of practice for the third straight day, and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Tampa Bay., New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush has been held out of practice for the third straight day, and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Tampa Bay. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/lawal-leads-no-21-georgia-tech-past-george-mason-70646907.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:45:04Z Lawal leads No. 21 Georgia Tech past George Mason A friendly rivalry between teammates Gani Lawal and Derrick Favors means trouble for opponents of No. 21 Georgia Tech., A friendly rivalry between teammates Gani Lawal and Derrick Favors means trouble for opponents of No. 21 Georgia Tech. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/holiday-travelers-waited-longer-to-book-this-year-if-theyre-traveling-at-all-70651962.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:40:20Z Holiday travelers waited longer to book this year, if they're traveling at all Holiday travelers waited a little longer to book their flights this year, likely holding out for better deals and waiting to see if they would still have a job. And some aren't going at all., Holiday travelers waited a little longer to book their flights this year, likely holding out for better deals and waiting to see if they would still have a job. And some aren't going at all. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ky-appeals-court-upholds-6m-verdict-in-case-of-mcdonalds-worker-who-was-strip-searched-70646352.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:40:18Z Ky. appeals court upholds $6M verdict in case of McDonald's worker who was strip searched A Kentucky appeals court upheld a $6.1 million award to a former fast food worker who was forced to strip in a McDonald's restaurant office after someone called posing as a police officer., A Kentucky appeals court upheld a $6.1 million award to a former fast food worker who was forced to strip in a McDonald's restaurant office after someone called posing as a police officer. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/atp-chief-says-tour-will-not-reopen-agassis-drug-case-despite-admission-of-crystal-meth-use-70651952.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:40:11Z ATP chief says tour will not reopen Agassi's drug case despite admission of crystal meth use ATP chairman Adam Helfant says the tour will not reopen a doping case against Andre Agassi even though he admitted to lying about using crystal meth in 1997., ATP chairman Adam Helfant says the tour will not reopen a doping case against Andre Agassi even though he admitted to lying about using crystal meth in 1997. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ups-rates-for-ground-air-express-to-increase-in-2010-fuel-surcharge-tables-to-be-adjusted-70650052.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:40:04Z UPS rates for ground, air express to increase in 2010; Fuel surcharge tables to be adjusted UPS Inc., the world's largest shipping carrier, is hiking 2010 rates for ground packages by an average of 4.9 percent., UPS Inc., the world's largest shipping carrier, is hiking 2010 rates for ground packages by an average of 4.9 percent. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/becton-dickinson-says-it-bought-test-making-collaborator-handylab-for-275-million-70651372.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:35:07Z Becton Dickinson says it bought test making collaborator HandyLab for $275 million Becton Dickinson and Co. said Friday it bought molecular diagnostic test maker HandyLab Inc. for $275 million., Becton Dickinson and Co. said Friday it bought molecular diagnostic test maker HandyLab Inc. for $275 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/business-events-and-economic-reports-scheduled-for-the-coming-week-70649667.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:35:06Z Business events and economic reports scheduled for the coming week WASHINGTON — National Association of Realtors releases existing home sales for September, 10 a.m., WASHINGTON — National Association of Realtors releases existing home sales for September, 10 a.m. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/south-dakota-decides-not-to-appeal-ruling-in-smoking-ban-case-question-will-go-to-public-vote-70651362.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:35:04Z South Dakota decides not to appeal ruling in smoking ban case; question will go to public vote The state has decided not to appeal a judge's decision that allows South Dakota's new smoking ban law to be referred to a public vote in the 2010 election., The state has decided not to appeal a judge's decision that allows South Dakota's new smoking ban law to be referred to a public vote in the 2010 election. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/nv-wildlife-officers-seek-elk-poachers-70650797.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:30:26Z NV wildlife officers seek elk poachers Nevada game wardens are seeking information about two elk poached in northern Elko County near the Idaho line., Nevada game wardens are seeking information about two elk poached in northern Elko County near the Idaho line. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/orton-misses-3rd-practice-with-ankle-injury-70634937.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:30:24Z Orton misses 3rd practice with ankle injury Kyle Orton missed a third consecutive practice Friday because of a sprained left ankle and has only an outside chance of playing Sunday when the Denver Broncos and San Diego Chargers meet with first place in the AFC West on the line., Kyle Orton missed a third consecutive practice Friday because of a sprained left ankle and has only an outside chance of playing Sunday when the Denver Broncos and San Diego Chargers meet with first place in the AFC West on the line. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/colorados-unemployment-rate-declines-slightly-to-69-percent-in-october-from-prior-month-70635802.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:30:12Z Colorado's unemployment rate declines slightly to 6.9 percent in October from prior month A shrinking labor force and about 1,000 new jobs have helped put Colorado's latest seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for October at 6.9 percent, a slight decrease from the previous month, the state Department of Labor and Employment said Friday., A shrinking labor force and about 1,000 new jobs have helped put Colorado's latest seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for October at 6.9 percent, a slight decrease from the previous month, the state Department of Labor and Employment said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/guatemala-ends-2-year-adoption-suspension-establishes-reforms-to-stop-theft-sale-of-babies-70650732.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:30:08Z Guatemala ends 2-year adoption suspension, establishes reforms to stop theft, sale of babies Guatemalan officials on Friday announced the resumption of international adoptions after a nearly two-year suspension prompted by the discovery that some babies were being sold., Guatemalan officials on Friday announced the resumption of international adoptions after a nearly two-year suspension prompted by the discovery that some babies were being sold. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pharmerica-names-geoffrey-meyers-to-its-board-of-directors-70650437.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:25:23Z PharMerica names Geoffrey Meyers to its board of directors Institutional pharmacy services provider PharMerica Corp. said Friday it named Geoffrey G. Meyers its the board of directors., Institutional pharmacy services provider PharMerica Corp. said Friday it named Geoffrey G. Meyers its the board of directors. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nrg-calls-for-partial-redemption-of-4-percent-convertible-preferred-stock-70650432.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:25:21Z NRG calls for partial redemption of 4 percent convertible preferred stock Power plant owner NRG Energy Inc. on Friday said it has called for the partial redemption of its 4 percent convertible preferred stock, aiming cut nearly half of its outstanding preferred stock shares., Power plant owner NRG Energy Inc. on Friday said it has called for the partial redemption of its 4 percent convertible preferred stock, aiming cut nearly half of its outstanding preferred stock shares. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/trw-automotive-holdings-completes-previously-announced-259m-notes-offering-70650417.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:25:16Z TRW Automotive Holdings completes previously announced $259M notes offering Car parts maker TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. said Friday that it completed a previously announced private debt offering., Car parts maker TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. said Friday that it completed a previously announced private debt offering. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/verigy-shares-rise-after-4th-quarter-loss-revenue-top-forecasts-70650407.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:25:15Z Verigy shares rise after 4th-quarter loss, revenue top forecasts Shares of Verigy Ltd. rose Friday after the maker of chip testing equipment turned in a stronger-than-expected performance in the fourth quarter., Shares of Verigy Ltd. rose Friday after the maker of chip testing equipment turned in a stronger-than-expected performance in the fourth quarter. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/ap-newsbreak-panel-of-sc-lawmakers-to-begin-discussing-impeachment-of-governor-next-week-70624522.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:25:13Z Panel of SC lawmakers will begin discussing impeachment of Gov. Mark Sanford next week South Carolina lawmakers plan to formally consider impeaching Gov. Mark Sanford for the first time next week, the chairman of the committee beginning that work said Friday., South Carolina lawmakers plan to formally consider impeaching Gov. Mark Sanford for the first time next week, the chairman of the committee beginning that work said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/lawmakers-pitch-frederick-site-for-training-center-70629232.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:25:08Z Lawmakers pitch Frederick site for training center Maryland lawmakers are promoting Frederick County as a possible site for a new federal training center., Maryland lawmakers are promoting Frederick County as a possible site for a new federal training center. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/qa-rapper-wale-recruits-lady-gaga-chrisette-michele-to-convey-emotions-on-debut-cd-70649627.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:25:06Z Q&A: Rapper Wale recruits Lady Gaga, Chrisette Michele to convey emotions on debut CD Wale wanted to infuse his debut album with a woman's touch, so the rapper recruited singing divas like Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Chrisette Michele and Jazmine Sullivan to get that feeling across., Wale wanted to infuse his debut album with a woman's touch, so the rapper recruited singing divas like Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Chrisette Michele and Jazmine Sullivan to get that feeling across. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/colorado-governor-paid-11-million-to-lobby-state-lawmakers-contracts-under-review-70650057.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:20:16Z Colorado governor paid $1.1 million to lobby state lawmakers; contracts under review At a time of budget cuts, Democratic Gov. Bill Ritter's administration last year paid employees and outside contractors $1.1 million to lobby Colorado lawmakers on legislation ranging from renewable energy tax credits to increasing motor vehicle license fees., At a time of budget cuts, Democratic Gov. Bill Ritter's administration last year paid employees and outside contractors $1.1 million to lobby Colorado lawmakers on legislation ranging from renewable energy tax credits to increasing motor vehicle license fees. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/wva-lawmakers-end-special-session-with-passage-of-gas-tax-energy-policy-road-fund-measures-70649682.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:20:13Z W.Va. lawmakers end special session with passage of gas tax, energy policy, road fund measures West Virginia's Legislature ended its special session Friday with tweaks to the gas tax and state energy policy among the final bills to pass., West Virginia's Legislature ended its special session Friday with tweaks to the gas tax and state energy policy among the final bills to pass. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/woman-sentenced-for-stealing-patients-info-70650012.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:20:07Z Woman sentenced for stealing patients' info A woman who worked as a patient services coordinator for Johns Hopkins Medicine has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for stealing patient information., A woman who worked as a patient services coordinator for Johns Hopkins Medicine has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for stealing patient information. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/mumbai-jewish-center-struggles-to-rebuild-city-still-vulnerable-1-year-after-terror-attack-70650002.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:20:05Z Mumbai Jewish center struggles to rebuild, city still vulnerable 1 year after terror attack The walls that the rockets blew out have not been repaired, and the plaster is a dense scattershot of bullet holes. Dozens of holes, blasted by grenades, pockmark the linoleum floors., The walls that the rockets blew out have not been repaired, and the plaster is a dense scattershot of bullet holes. Dozens of holes, blasted by grenades, pockmark the linoleum floors. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/bakersfield-gang-member-indicted-in-3-murders-70649677.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:15:17Z Bakersfield gang member indicted in 3 murders A grand jury has indicted an alleged Bakersfield gang member in the shooting deaths of three men., A grand jury has indicted an alleged Bakersfield gang member in the shooting deaths of three men. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/vivendi-executive-says-decision-over-sale-of-nbc-universal-stake-is-complex-70614432.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:15:16Z GE, Vivendi talks over NBC Universal stretch on A deal for Comcast Corp. to buy a controlling stake in NBC Universal and create one of the most powerful media companies in the world is taking longer than expected as the current owners tussle over price., A deal for Comcast Corp. to buy a controlling stake in NBC Universal and create one of the most powerful media companies in the world is taking longer than expected as the current owners tussle over price. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/arizona-lawmakers-may-have-another-special-session-to-act-on-states-budget-trouble-70648772.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:10:12Z Arizona lawmakers may have another special session to act on state's budget trouble Arizona legislators are still struggling to conclude their special session on the state's budget troubles but already are working on ideas for another one that could be held in December to do more to close the $2 billion shortfall., Arizona legislators are still struggling to conclude their special session on the state's budget troubles but already are working on ideas for another one that could be held in December to do more to close the $2 billion shortfall. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/us-open-champion-del-potro-to-play-at-queens-club-to-practice-grasscourt-game-for-wimbledon-70649267.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:10:11Z US Open champion Del Potro to play at Queen's Club to practice grasscourt game for Wimbledon U.S. Open champion Juan Martin Del Potro will play at next year's Queen's Club tournament in an effort to improve his grasscourt game ahead of Wimbledon., U.S. Open champion Juan Martin Del Potro will play at next year's Queen's Club tournament in an effort to improve his grasscourt game ahead of Wimbledon. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/wheat-corn-soybeans-fall-on-the-chicago-board-of-trade-beef-pork-futures-trade-higher-70632417.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:05:22Z Wheat, corn, oats fall on the Chicago Board of Trade, soybeans climb; beef, pork futures rise Agriculture futures were mixed Friday on the Chicago Board of Trade., Agriculture futures were mixed Friday on the Chicago Board of Trade. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/death-sentence-for-la-gang-member-who-killed-2-70648757.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:05:19Z Death sentence for LA gang member who killed 2 A Los Angeles gang member has been sentenced to death for fatally shooting two people at a Watts housing project., A Los Angeles gang member has been sentenced to death for fatally shooting two people at a Watts housing project. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/farkas-to-lead-consolidated-va-wva-ap-office-70648747.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:05:18Z Farkas to lead consolidated Va.-W.Va. AP office Brian Farkas has been named Virginia and West Virginia news editor for The Associated Press as part of a reorganization that consolidated news editor duties for the two states., Brian Farkas has been named Virginia and West Virginia news editor for The Associated Press as part of a reorganization that consolidated news editor duties for the two states. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/epa-fuel-efficiency-for-new-cars-and-trucks-up-slightly-in-2008-model-year-70648737.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:05:16Z EPA: Fuel efficiency for new cars and trucks up slightly in 2008 model year The fleet of new cars and trucks sold to U.S. consumers averaged 21 miles per gallon in the 2008 model year, a modest increase over the previous year, the Environmental Protection Agency reported Friday., The fleet of new cars and trucks sold to U.S. consumers averaged 21 miles per gallon in the 2008 model year, a modest increase over the previous year, the Environmental Protection Agency reported Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/new-wrinkle-in-insider-trading-probe-of-pequot-hedge-fund-raises-questions-on-sec-case-70648727.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:05:15Z New wrinkle in insider-trading probe of Pequot hedge fund raises questions on SEC case A new development related to the government's investigation of possible insider trading at a major hedge fund has raised questions in the case and caught the attention of two key senators., A new development related to the government's investigation of possible insider trading at a major hedge fund has raised questions in the case and caught the attention of two key senators. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/indianas-jobless-rate-inches-up-to-98-percent-in-october-but-still-below-the-national-rate-70634172.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:05:13Z Indiana's October jobless rate at 9.8 percent, still below the national rate of 10.2 percent Indiana's unemployment rate was almost unchanged from September to October, but officials said it's too early to tell whether the stability marks a long-awaited awaited rebound in employment., Indiana's unemployment rate was almost unchanged from September to October, but officials said it's too early to tell whether the stability marks a long-awaited awaited rebound in employment. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/lawyer-ohios-new-lethal-injection-plan-amounts-to-asking-court-to-approve-human-experiment-70648702.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:05:08Z Lawyer: Ohio's new lethal-injection plan amounts to asking court to approve human experiment An attorney for a condemned killer says Ohio's new lethal-injection plan is so untested it would amount to human experimentation if used for the first time next month., An attorney for a condemned killer says Ohio's new lethal-injection plan is so untested it would amount to human experimentation if used for the first time next month. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/nationals-add-mclaren-lett-radison-as-coaches-70641397.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:05:05Z Nationals add McLaren, Lett, Radison as coaches Former Seattle Mariners manager John McLaren was hired Friday as bench coach for the Washington Nationals, who rounded out manager Jim Riggleman's staff by also adding Jim Lett as bullpen coach and Dan Radison as first-base coach., Former Seattle Mariners manager John McLaren was hired Friday as bench coach for the Washington Nationals, who rounded out manager Jim Riggleman's staff by also adding Jim Lett as bullpen coach and Dan Radison as first-base coach. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/with-huge-budget-shortfall-looming-maine-governor-orders-63-million-in-cutbacks-70648062.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T13:00:12Z With huge budget shortfall looming, Maine governor orders $63 million in cutbacks Gov. John Baldacci ordered Maine state departments Friday to curtail spending by $63 million to make sure the budget is balanced., Gov. John Baldacci ordered Maine state departments Friday to curtail spending by $63 million to make sure the budget is balanced. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nevadas-unemployment-rate-dips-to-13-percent-in-october-1st-decline-since-november-2005-70636507.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:55:10Z Nevada's unemployment rate dips to 13 percent in October; economists urge caution Nevada's unemployment rate dipped in October, but economists cautioned Friday that while the figures are encouraging, they're more a reflection of a shrinking job market than job creation., Nevada's unemployment rate dipped in October, but economists cautioned Friday that while the figures are encouraging, they're more a reflection of a shrinking job market than job creation. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/choppers-and-cheese-wisconsin-state-honors-sought-for-harley-davidson-cheese-microbe-70644487.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:55:03Z Choppers and Cheese: Wisconsin state honors sought for Harley-Davidson, cheese microbe Choppers and cheese may soon become official Wisconsin symbols., Choppers and cheese may soon become official Wisconsin symbols. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/barnes--noble-says-customers-ordering-nook-starting-today-will-receive-it-after-christmas-70642097.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:50:17Z Barnes & Noble says customers ordering Nook starting today will receive it after Christmas Consumers who haven't yet ordered Barnes & Noble's electronic book reader, the Nook, won't see one before Christmas., Consumers who haven't yet ordered Barnes & Noble's electronic book reader, the Nook, won't see one before Christmas. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/baylor-finally-comes-to-bay-area-to-face-cal-70646362.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:50:14Z Baylor finally comes to Bay Area to face Cal Alexis Gray-Lawson and her California teammates are long overdue to face Baylor on their home court. Little did they know they would have to prepare for defending the dunk., Alexis Gray-Lawson and her California teammates are long overdue to face Baylor on their home court. Little did they know they would have to prepare for defending the dunk. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/company-agrees-to-50-year-contract-to-operate-baltimore-port-terminal-70647632.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:50:12Z Company agrees to 50-year contract to operate Baltimore port terminal Maryland officials have entered into a 50-year contract with Ports America to operate Baltimore's Seagirt Marine Terminal., Maryland officials have entered into a 50-year contract with Ports America to operate Baltimore's Seagirt Marine Terminal. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/florida-officers-behind-national-junk-fax-scam-face-sentencing-in-kansas-courtroom-70647627.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:50:11Z Florida officers behind national junk fax scam face sentencing in Kansas courtroom The president of a Florida consulting firm convicted in a massive fax blast scam blinked back tears Friday as he was sentenced to 68 months in prison for his role in defrauding thousands of small business owners across the United States, Mexico and Canada., The president of a Florida consulting firm convicted in a massive fax blast scam blinked back tears Friday as he was sentenced to 68 months in prison for his role in defrauding thousands of small business owners across the United States, Mexico and Canada. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/independent-scientists-say-program-can-extend-life-of-nations-nuclear-weapons-for-decades-70646332.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:50:10Z Independent scientists say program can extend life of nation's nuclear weapons for decades An independent panel says the United States can extend the life of aging nuclear weapons for decades with existing programs, a finding that activists contend means there's no need for the nation to design replacements for the nuclear arsenal., An independent panel says the United States can extend the life of aging nuclear weapons for decades with existing programs, a finding that activists contend means there's no need for the nation to design replacements for the nuclear arsenal. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/attorney-says-fort-hood-shooting-suspects-1st-hearing-planned-for-saturday-in-hospital-room-70647612.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:50:09Z Atty: Hospital hearing set for Fort Hood suspect An attorney for the Army psychiatrist charged in the mass shooting at Fort Hood says his client will have his first court hearing in his hospital room on Saturday., An attorney for the Army psychiatrist charged in the mass shooting at Fort Hood says his client will have his first court hearing in his hospital room on Saturday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/police-miley-cyrus-tour-bus-overturns-in-us-killing-1-hannah-montana-star-was-not-aboard-70618937.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:50:07Z Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns in Va., killing 1 The driver of a Miley Cyrus tour bus was killed Friday when the bus overturned, but the 16-year-old "Hannah Montana" star wasn't on board, Virginia State Police said., The driver of a Miley Cyrus tour bus was killed Friday when the bus overturned, but the 16-year-old "Hannah Montana" star wasn't on board, Virginia State Police said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gift-guide-touch-screens-windows-7-and-new-chips-freshen-up-pcs-for-the-holidays-70647407.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:45:23Z Gift Guide: Touch screens, Windows 7 and new chips freshen up PCs for the holidays This holiday season is a great time to buy a PC. There's a nice new version of Windows out, and computer manufacturers are adding interesting new technologies. Here's a guide to what's fresh in PCs, ranging from "netbooks" to super-sized "all-in-one" desktop computers., This holiday season is a great time to buy a PC. There's a nice new version of Windows out, and computer manufacturers are adding interesting new technologies. Here's a guide to what's fresh in PCs, ranging from "netbooks" to super-sized "all-in-one" desktop computers. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/senate-panel-will-take-up-bernankes-nomination-to-second-fed-term-on-december-3-70647402.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:45:18Z Senate panel will take up Bernanke's nomination to second Fed term on December 3 Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke's nomination to a second term will be the subject of a Senate Banking Committee hearing next month, the panel's chairman said Friday., Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke's nomination to a second term will be the subject of a Senate Banking Committee hearing next month, the panel's chairman said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/who-investigating-swine-flu-mutations-from-norway-deaths-says-significance-still-unclear-70647392.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:45:17Z WHO investigating swine flu mutations from Norway deaths, says significance still unclear The World Health Organization said Friday it is investigating samples of variant swine flu linked to two deaths and one severe case in Norway, but that so far the significance of the mutation is unclear., The World Health Organization said Friday it is investigating samples of variant swine flu linked to two deaths and one severe case in Norway, but that so far the significance of the mutation is unclear. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/books-a-million-has-smaller-3q-loss-as-sales-at-stores-open-more-than-a-year-improve-70646942.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:40:15Z Books-A-Million has smaller 3Q loss as sales at stores open more than a year improve Retailer Books-A-Million Inc. said Thursday it posted a smaller third-quarter loss because of sequential improvement of sales at stores open more than one year, as well as growth in bargain books., Retailer Books-A-Million Inc. said Thursday it posted a smaller third-quarter loss because of sequential improvement of sales at stores open more than one year, as well as growth in bargain books. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/nevada-unemployment-dips-to-13-percent-in-october-70619222.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:40:10Z Nevada unemployment dips to 13 percent in October Nevada's unemployment rate dipped in October, but economists cautioned Friday that while the figures are encouraging, they're more a reflection of a shrinking job market than job creation., Nevada's unemployment rate dipped in October, but economists cautioned Friday that while the figures are encouraging, they're more a reflection of a shrinking job market than job creation. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/former-metropolitan-soprano-elisabeth-soderstrom-dies-in-native-sweden-aged-82-70646322.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:40:05Z Former Metropolitan soprano Elisabeth Soderstrom dies in native Sweden, aged 82 Swedish soprano Elisabeth Soderstrom, an international opera star, has died, her husband Sverker Olow says., Swedish soprano Elisabeth Soderstrom, an international opera star, has died, her husband Sverker Olow says. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/yemeni-coast-guard-says-somali-pirates-have-hijacked-panamanian-cargo-ship-in-gulf-of-aden-70646872.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:40:03Z Yemeni coast guard says Somali pirates have hijacked Panamanian cargo ship in Gulf of Aden Yemen's coast guard says Somali pirates have hijacked a Panamanian cargo ship in the treacherous Gulf of Aden between the Arabian peninsula and the Horn of Africa., Yemen's coast guard says Somali pirates have hijacked a Panamanian cargo ship in the treacherous Gulf of Aden between the Arabian peninsula and the Horn of Africa. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/wis-law-firm-sues-rival-over-search-engine-keywords-suit-based-on-privacy-law-not-trademark-70646372.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:35:26Z Wis. law firm sues rival over search-engine keywords; suit based on privacy law, not trademark A lawsuit in Wisconsin is bringing a fresh challenge to the practice of paying for keywords on Google and other search engines to boost one company's link over a rival's., A lawsuit in Wisconsin is bringing a fresh challenge to the practice of paying for keywords on Google and other search engines to boost one company's link over a rival's. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/teen-pleads-guilty-in-border-patrol-slaying-70645362.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:35:23Z Teen pleads guilty in Border Patrol slaying A 17-year-old Mexican immigrant has pleaded guilty in San Diego to murdering a Border Patrol agent who was shot eight times in July., A 17-year-old Mexican immigrant has pleaded guilty in San Diego to murdering a Border Patrol agent who was shot eight times in July. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/low-prices-weak-dollar-attracts-international-investors-into-us-housing-market-70646342.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:35:21Z Low prices, weak dollar attracts international investors into US housing market Canadian investor Arthur Wong is buying condos in Las Vegas and Phoenix like a shopper at Costco: In bulk, with slashed prices., Canadian investor Arthur Wong is buying condos in Las Vegas and Phoenix like a shopper at Costco: In bulk, with slashed prices. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/oprah-winfreys-production-company-says-shell-announce-friday-that-her-show-will-end-in-2011-70596347.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:35:12Z Oprah's departure from broadcast TV leaves huge void for network affiliates For more than two decades, Oprah Winfrey has been the inspirational, change-your-life champion who reigned over daytime television much like Johnny Carson once ruled late night., For more than two decades, Oprah Winfrey has been the inspirational, change-your-life champion who reigned over daytime television much like Johnny Carson once ruled late night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/long-way-from-the-track-suspended-mayfield-holds-large-auction-to-help-pay-for-court-fight-70646307.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:35:08Z Long way from the track, suspended Mayfield holds large auction to help pay for court fight As NASCAR begins its season-ending weekend, suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield is about 800 miles away selling his stuff., As NASCAR begins its season-ending weekend, suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield is about 800 miles away selling his stuff. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/calif-death-row-inmate-dies-of-natural-causes-70645762.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:30:19Z Calif. death row inmate dies of natural causes Prison officials say a man convicted of a 1987 double murder has died of natural causes, 16 years after he was sent to death row at San Quentin State Prison., Prison officials say a man convicted of a 1987 double murder has died of natural causes, 16 years after he was sent to death row at San Quentin State Prison. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/procter--gamble-says-its-still-interested-in-acquisitions-in-household-personal-care-brands-70641377.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:30:07Z Procter & Gamble says its still interested in acquisitions in household, personal care brands Procter & Gamble Co. is still interested in buying, and says size doesn't matter., Procter & Gamble Co. is still interested in buying, and says size doesn't matter. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/goodyear-fuel-efficient-tire-now-available-on-toyota-prius-70645702.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:30:06Z Goodyear fuel-efficient tire now available on Toyota Prius Goodyear said Friday the 2010 Toyota Prius now includes its fuel-efficient tire, Assurance Fuel Max, as standard equipment., Goodyear said Friday the 2010 Toyota Prius now includes its fuel-efficient tire, Assurance Fuel Max, as standard equipment. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/republicans-assail-health-care-bill-democrats-set-saturday-night-test-vote-on-senate-measure-70596557.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:25:18Z 3 Democratic moderates to decide fate of health bill - for now - in crucial Saturday vote Suitably opaque, Section 2006 takes up only a few dozen lines in a sweeping health care bill that runs to 2,074 pages and mentions neither Sen. Mary Landrieu nor her state of Louisiana., Suitably opaque, Section 2006 takes up only a few dozen lines in a sweeping health care bill that runs to 2,074 pages and mentions neither Sen. Mary Landrieu nor her state of Louisiana. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/flowers-foods-names-allen-l-shiver-president-effective-jan-1-70645352.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:25:14Z Flowers Foods names Allen L. Shiver president, effective Jan. 1 Bakery goods company Flowers Foods Inc. on Friday said its board elected Allen L. Shiver president, effective Jan. 1., Bakery goods company Flowers Foods Inc. on Friday said its board elected Allen L. Shiver president, effective Jan. 1. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/toys-r-us-real-estate-subsidiary-completes-725-million-notes-offering-70645347.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:25:12Z Toys R Us real estate subsidiary completes $725 million notes offering Toys R Us said Friday that one of its subsidiaries has completed an offering of $725 million in senior secured 8.5 percent notes due in 2017., Toys R Us said Friday that one of its subsidiaries has completed an offering of $725 million in senior secured 8.5 percent notes due in 2017. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/james-river-coal-closes-1725m-convertible-senior-note-offering-70645342.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:25:09Z James River Coal closes $172.5M convertible senior note offering James River Coal Co. on Friday said it closed its $172.5 million convertible senior note offering., James River Coal Co. on Friday said it closed its $172.5 million convertible senior note offering. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/rudy-giuliani-returns-to-the-spotlight-but-for-what-reason-is-anyones-guess-70645317.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:25:07Z Rudy Giuliani returns to the spotlight, but for what reason is anyone's guess Whether he's planning another run for the White House or a bid for senator or governor, or he just misses the spotlight, Rudy Giuliani is suddenly back and talking about the topic that made him a national star — Sept. 11., Whether he's planning another run for the White House or a bid for senator or governor, or he just misses the spotlight, Rudy Giuliani is suddenly back and talking about the topic that made him a national star — Sept. 11. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/ohio-police-chief-i-didnt-try-to-sell-items-from-home-of-parker-broderick-surrogate-70639707.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:25:03Z No verdict by jury in trial of Ohio police chief accused in Parker-Broderick surrogacy case The jury in the trial of an Ohio police chief accused of breaking into the home of a woman who carried twins for Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick ended five hours of deliberations Friday without a verdict., The jury in the trial of an Ohio police chief accused of breaking into the home of a woman who carried twins for Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick ended five hours of deliberations Friday without a verdict. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/homebuilders-slide-as-dr-horton-writes-down-more-inventory-than-expected-revenue-plunges-70645012.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:20:34Z Homebuilders slide as D.R. Horton writes down more inventory than expected, revenue plunges Shares of homebuilders slid Friday after D.R. Horton Inc. said revenue plunged, while analysts said the company wrote down more inventory than anticipated and expectations for the industry were unrealistically high., Shares of homebuilders slid Friday after D.R. Horton Inc. said revenue plunged, while analysts said the company wrote down more inventory than anticipated and expectations for the industry were unrealistically high. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/28-states-added-jobs-in-october-but-the-employment-gains-may-be-short-lived-70641077.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:20:28Z 28 states added jobs in October, but the employment gains may be short-lived In a sharp improvement, more than half of U.S. states added jobs in October, though economists said many of the gains likely occurred in temporary employment., In a sharp improvement, more than half of U.S. states added jobs in October, though economists said many of the gains likely occurred in temporary employment. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/cleared-for-take-off-boeing-breaks-ground-for-new-south-carolina-assembly-line-for-787-jets-70644967.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:20:19Z Cleared for take off: Boeing breaks ground for new South Carolina assembly line for 787 jets Work has officially started on building Boeing's $750 million aircraft assembly plant in South Carolina — the largest industrial investment in state history., Work has officially started on building Boeing's $750 million aircraft assembly plant in South Carolina — the largest industrial investment in state history. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/flowers-foods-names-david-v-singer-to-board-effective-jan-1-70644952.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:20:18Z Flowers Foods names David V. Singer to board, effective Jan. 1 Bakery goods company Flowers Foods Inc. on Friday said its board elected David V. Singer, president and chief executive officer of Lance Inc., to the board., Bakery goods company Flowers Foods Inc. on Friday said its board elected David V. Singer, president and chief executive officer of Lance Inc., to the board. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/spiller-to-light-up-death-valley-one-last-time-70644897.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:20:04Z Spiller to light up Death Valley one last time When C.J. Spiller stands beside Howard's Rock for his solo, Senior Day run down Clemson's famed hill on Saturday, he won't think about the friends he's made, the highlight reels he's filled or the nearly four miles he's run since picking the Tigers four seasons ago., When C.J. Spiller stands beside Howard's Rock for his solo, Senior Day run down Clemson's famed hill on Saturday, he won't think about the friends he's made, the highlight reels he's filled or the nearly four miles he's run since picking the Tigers four seasons ago. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/good-news-for-home-heating-with-the-most-natural-gas-in-storage-prices-plunge-by-15-percent-70622937.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:20:02Z Good news for home heating: With the most natural gas in storage, prices plunge by 12 percent Natural gas prices have dropped by more than 12 percent in the past month as the country continues to sip at its energy reserves and a balmy November allowed homeowners to leave the heat off., Natural gas prices have dropped by more than 12 percent in the past month as the country continues to sip at its energy reserves and a balmy November allowed homeowners to leave the heat off. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ohio-ag-sues-3-credit-rating-agencies-over-high-ratings-given-to-mortgage-backed-securities-70623307.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:15:15Z Ohio AG sues 3 credit rating agencies over high ratings given to mortgage-backed securities The three major credit ratings agencies gave mortgage-backed securities unjustifiably high ratings in return for lucrative fees, losing at least $457 million for five Ohio public employee pension and retirement funds, the state's attorney general alleged in a lawsuit filed Friday., The three major credit ratings agencies gave mortgage-backed securities unjustifiably high ratings in return for lucrative fees, losing at least $457 million for five Ohio public employee pension and retirement funds, the state's attorney general alleged in a lawsuit filed Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dress-barn-shares-rise-after-it-raises-2010-profit-forecast-analyst-calls-it-conservative-70644477.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:15:13Z Dress Barn shares rise after it raises 2010 profit forecast; analyst calls it conservative Shares of Dress Barn Inc. climbed Friday, a day after the company raised its yearly profit estimate above analysts' forecasts., Shares of Dress Barn Inc. climbed Friday, a day after the company raised its yearly profit estimate above analysts' forecasts. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/hedge-fund-to-boost-stake-in-agilysys-but-not-seeking-control-70644472.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:15:11Z Hedge fund to boost stake in Agilysys, but not seeking control A New York hedge fund wants to increase its ownership stake in Agilysys Inc. but is not seeking to control the company., A New York hedge fund wants to increase its ownership stake in Agilysys Inc. but is not seeking to control the company. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/pentagon-launches-quick-hunt-for-more-hasans-longer-look-at-possible-lapses-in-fort-hood-case-70594557.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:15:10Z Pentagon launches quick hunt for more Hasans, longer look at possible lapses in Fort Hood case The Pentagon said Thursday it will scour its procedures for identifying volatile soldiers hidden in the ranks following the Fort Hood shooting rampage and lapses that might allow others to slip through bureaucratic cracks., The Pentagon said Thursday it will scour its procedures for identifying volatile soldiers hidden in the ranks following the Fort Hood shooting rampage and lapses that might allow others to slip through bureaucratic cracks. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/del-diocese-pedophile-priests-should-receive-retirement-benefits-despite-sexual-abuse-70627122.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:15:07Z Del. diocese: Pedophile priests should receive retirement benefits despite sexual abuse The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington is obligated to pay retirement benefits to six priests who are confirmed pedophiles, church officials argued in a bankruptcy court filing seeking permission to keep making the payments., The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington is obligated to pay retirement benefits to six priests who are confirmed pedophiles, church officials argued in a bankruptcy court filing seeking permission to keep making the payments. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/citycenter-gets-more-environmental-certifications-70644432.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:15:04Z CityCenter gets more environmental certifications MGM Mirage says two more structures at CityCenter have received an environmental certification., MGM Mirage says two more structures at CityCenter have received an environmental certification. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/panel-mulling-tax-changes-for-wva-considers-giving-more-tax-flexibility-to-towns-counties-70640782.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:10:08Z Panel mulling tax changes for W.Va. considers giving more tax flexibility to towns, counties West Virginia's tax modernization project is back on, but that doesn't mean businesses and individuals should necessarily expect lower taxes in the near future., West Virginia's tax modernization project is back on, but that doesn't mean businesses and individuals should necessarily expect lower taxes in the near future. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/players-union-says-doctor-who-co-chairs-nfl-committee-on-concussions-is-not-fit-for-job-70643367.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:10:06Z Players union says doctor who co-chairs NFL committee on concussions is not fit for job The NFL Players Association wants the league to remove the co-chairman of the league's committee on concussions because the union believes he is biased., The NFL Players Association wants the league to remove the co-chairman of the league's committee on concussions because the union believes he is biased. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/federal-judge-in-oklahoma-orders-another-settlement-meeting-in-cintas-wrongful-death-lawsuit-70642117.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:05:08Z Federal judge in Oklahoma orders another settlement meeting in Cintas wrongful death lawsuit Cintas Corp. and the widow of a former employee who is suing the company will have another chance to settle her 2007 wrongful death lawsuit against the nation's largest uniform supplier., Cintas Corp. and the widow of a former employee who is suing the company will have another chance to settle her 2007 wrongful death lawsuit against the nation's largest uniform supplier. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/shell-subsidiary-sells-137-gas-stations-in-domrep-to-barbados-based-fuel-supplier-70642817.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:05:05Z Shell subsidiary sells 137 gas stations in DomRep to Barbados-based fuel supplier A Dominican subsidiary of Royal Dutch Shell PLC has sold its 137 gas stations across the Caribbean country to a Barbados-based fuel supplier., A Dominican subsidiary of Royal Dutch Shell PLC has sold its 137 gas stations across the Caribbean country to a Barbados-based fuel supplier. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/lincecum-greinke-shine-under-new-age-stats-x2014-clemens-maddux-mightve-won-even-more-cy-youngs-70642127.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T12:00:09Z Lincecum, Greinke shine under new-age stats — Clemens, Maddux might've won even more Cy Youngs For so many years, the formula for winning a Cy Young Award was pretty simple: Win a lot of games., For so many years, the formula for winning a Cy Young Award was pretty simple: Win a lot of games. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/for-second-week-in-a-row-synovus-seeks-to-calm-investor-fears-over-its-capital-strength-70641432.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:55:11Z For second week in a row, Synovus seeks to calm investor fears over its capital strength Synovus Financial Corp. affirmed the strength of its capital position Friday, saying it has enough financial breathing room to withstand an adverse scenario that federal regulators want banks to demonstrate they could survive., Synovus Financial Corp. affirmed the strength of its capital position Friday, saying it has enough financial breathing room to withstand an adverse scenario that federal regulators want banks to demonstrate they could survive. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/rural-bankers-survey-suggests-economy-is-improving-in-midwest-plains-states-but-remains-weak-70641407.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:55:07Z Rural bankers survey suggests economy is improving in Midwest, Plains states but remains weak Business appears to be slowly improving in rural areas of 11 Midwest and Plains states, but the economy there remains weak, according to a new survey of bankers., Business appears to be slowly improving in rural areas of 11 Midwest and Plains states, but the economy there remains weak, according to a new survey of bankers. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/koppers-prices-private-offering-of-300m-senior-notes-due-2019-70641082.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:50:08Z Koppers prices private offering of $300M senior notes due 2019 Koppers Inc., a subsidiary of treated-wood products maker Koppers Holdings Inc., on Friday said it priced a private offering of 7.875 percent senior notes due 2019 with a total value of $300 million., Koppers Inc., a subsidiary of treated-wood products maker Koppers Holdings Inc., on Friday said it priced a private offering of 7.875 percent senior notes due 2019 with a total value of $300 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/service-members-on-leave-can-ride-bart-for-free-70641072.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:50:05Z Service members on leave can ride BART for free Members of the armed services on leave from tours in Iraq and Afghanistan will get free rides on Bay Area Rapid Transit starting in January., Members of the armed services on leave from tours in Iraq and Afghanistan will get free rides on Bay Area Rapid Transit starting in January. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nebraska-governor-gives-final-approval-to-massive-package-of-budget-cuts-totaling-334-million-70641047.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:50:03Z Nebraska governor gives final approval to massive package of budget cuts totaling $334 million Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman signed into law $334 million in budget reductions on Friday, after lawmakers overwhelmingly approved the cuts during an emergency session in which there was little disagreement over how to close the largest budget gap in recent memory., Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman signed into law $334 million in budget reductions on Friday, after lawmakers overwhelmingly approved the cuts during an emergency session in which there was little disagreement over how to close the largest budget gap in recent memory. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/maryland-officials-reach-port-agreement-70640772.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:45:17Z Maryland officials reach port agreement Maryland officials have entered into a 50-year contract with Ports America to operate Baltimore's Seagirt Marine Terminal., Maryland officials have entered into a 50-year contract with Ports America to operate Baltimore's Seagirt Marine Terminal. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/giants-ace-lincecum-wins-second-straight-cy-young-70602542.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:45:12Z Giants ace Tim Lincecum vies to improve after winning second straight NL Cy Young award Tim Lincecum has been so dominant in his first two full major league seasons that even his top bosses don't know how he can get much better., Tim Lincecum has been so dominant in his first two full major league seasons that even his top bosses don't know how he can get much better. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/prison-official-man-released-after-17-years-in-prison-on-now-overturned-nyc-murder-conviction-70640752.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:45:10Z Prison official: Man released after 17 years in prison on now-overturned NYC murder conviction A prison system official says a New York City man is free after spending nearly two decades behind bars for murder before a judge declared him innocent., A prison system official says a New York City man is free after spending nearly two decades behind bars for murder before a judge declared him innocent. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/key-player-of-1990s-anti-government-movement-resurfaces-as-citizen-militias-rise-again-70640737.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:45:08Z Key player of 1990s anti-government movement resurfaces, as citizen militias rise again Norm Olson's genial tone belies his reputation as a radical militiaman, yet here he is, at 63, an affable grandfather explaining why Americans should arm themselves against their government., Norm Olson's genial tone belies his reputation as a radical militiaman, yet here he is, at 63, an affable grandfather explaining why Americans should arm themselves against their government. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/nelson-scores-18-to-lead-niagara-past-howard-82-77-70640187.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:40:10Z Nelson scores 18 to lead Niagara past Howard 82-77 Anthony Nelson scored 18 points and Rob Garrison and Bilal Benn added 17 points apiece in Niagara's 82-77 victory over Howard at the Glenn Wilkes Classic on Friday., Anthony Nelson scored 18 points and Rob Garrison and Bilal Benn added 17 points apiece in Niagara's 82-77 victory over Howard at the Glenn Wilkes Classic on Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/over-the-moon-studio-estimates-new-moon-sets-record-for-midnight-screenings-with-263m-70640167.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:40:07Z Over the moon: Studio estimates 'New Moon' sets record for midnight screenings with $26.3M "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" has set a box-office record for midnight screenings., "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" has set a box-office record for midnight screenings. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/13-charged-with-mortgage-and-loan-fraud-arising-from-collapse-of-oregon-development-company-70640152.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:40:04Z 13 charged with mortgage and loan fraud arising from collapse of Oregon development company A federal grand jury in Eugene has indicted 13 people on mortgage and loan fraud charges arising from the collapse of a central Oregon development company., A federal grand jury in Eugene has indicted 13 people on mortgage and loan fraud charges arising from the collapse of a central Oregon development company. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/hibbett-sports-shares-rise-after-lifting-its-2010-forecast-beats-street-view-for-3q-results-70639267.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:35:13Z Hibbett Sports shares rise after lifting its 2010 forecast; Beats Street view for 3Q results Shares of sporting goods retailer Hibbett Sports Inc. rose Friday, a day after its third-quarter results beat Wall Street expectations and it raised its 2010 profit forecast., Shares of sporting goods retailer Hibbett Sports Inc. rose Friday, a day after its third-quarter results beat Wall Street expectations and it raised its 2010 profit forecast. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/state-ags-office-launches-probe-into-church-scam-70632407.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:35:11Z State AG's office launches probe into church scam California is investigating whether 30 Southern California churches were bilked out of tens of thousands of dollars by companies that leased them computer equipment., California is investigating whether 30 Southern California churches were bilked out of tens of thousands of dollars by companies that leased them computer equipment. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/no-14-stanford-flying-high-into-big-game-vs-cal-70638992.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:35:10Z No. 14 Stanford flying high into Big Game vs. Cal When Toby Gerhart arrived at Stanford in 2006 there was more talk about whether the Cardinal should field a major college football team than about the farfetched possibility of going to the Rose Bowl., When Toby Gerhart arrived at Stanford in 2006 there was more talk about whether the Cardinal should field a major college football team than about the farfetched possibility of going to the Rose Bowl. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/palestinian-president-agrees-to-postpone-january-elections-new-date-to-be-set-70621187.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:35:03Z Palestinians to set new date for elections after president accepts delay of January voting Palestinian officials announced Friday that a new date for parliamentary and presidential elections will be set next month now that President Mahmoud Abbas has agreed to postpone the January vote, though the Gaza Strip's Hamas rulers maintain they will boycott the voting., Palestinian officials announced Friday that a new date for parliamentary and presidential elections will be set next month now that President Mahmoud Abbas has agreed to postpone the January vote, though the Gaza Strip's Hamas rulers maintain they will boycott the voting. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/michigan-generic-drug-maker-perrigo-thriving-while-economy-and-public-are-ailing-70637442.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:30:07Z Michigan generic drug maker Perrigo thriving while economy and public are ailing Record profits. Job openings. Shareholders making money. It's not what you might think in Michigan, home to the country's highest unemployment rate, but a century-old company is in robust health thanks to achy, thifty Americans., Record profits. Job openings. Shareholders making money. It's not what you might think in Michigan, home to the country's highest unemployment rate, but a century-old company is in robust health thanks to achy, thifty Americans. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/hormel-foods-profit-expected-to-rise-in-fiscal-4q-as-hog-costs-ease-70639252.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:30:06Z Hormel Foods profit expected to rise in fiscal 4Q as hog costs ease Hormel Foods Corp. reports results for its fiscal fourth quarter on Tuesday before the market opens. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst opinion related to the period., Hormel Foods Corp. reports results for its fiscal fourth quarter on Tuesday before the market opens. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst opinion related to the period. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/jimmy-johnson-sponsor-lowes-sign-contract-extensions-with-hendrick-motorsports-70614417.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:30:03Z Jimmy Johnson, sponsor Lowe's sign contract extensions with Hendrick Motorsports Jimmie Johnson, on the verge of a NASCAR record fourth consecutive championship, signed a contract extension Friday to drive for Hendrick Motorsports through the 2015 season., Jimmie Johnson, on the verge of a NASCAR record fourth consecutive championship, signed a contract extension Friday to drive for Hendrick Motorsports through the 2015 season. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pfizers-bipolar-disorder-drug-geodon-receives-expanded-fda-approval-70639012.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:25:15Z Pfizer's bipolar disorder drug Geodon receives expanded FDA approval Pfizer Inc. said Friday the Food and Drug Administration approved Geodon as a part of a combination maintenance treatment for bipolar disorder in adults., Pfizer Inc. said Friday the Food and Drug Administration approved Geodon as a part of a combination maintenance treatment for bipolar disorder in adults. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/tyson-foods-is-expected-to-show-improvement-in-chicken-business-in-4th-quarter-70639007.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:25:14Z Tyson Foods is expected to show improvement in chicken business in 4th quarter Tyson Foods Inc., the world's largest meat producer, is scheduled to report results for its fiscal fourth quarter on Monday before the market opens. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst opinion related to the period., Tyson Foods Inc., the world's largest meat producer, is scheduled to report results for its fiscal fourth quarter on Monday before the market opens. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst opinion related to the period. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/intuitive-surgicals-da-vinci-s-system-receives-regulatory-approval-in-japan-70638742.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:25:12Z Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci S system receives regulatory approval in Japan Robotic surgical device maker Intuitive Surgical Inc. said Friday its da Vinci S system received regulatory approval in Japan., Robotic surgical device maker Intuitive Surgical Inc. said Friday its da Vinci S system received regulatory approval in Japan. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/volkswagen-supervisory-board-moves-closer-to-porsche-merger-approves-agreement-contracts-70603067.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:20:09Z Volkswagen, Porsche move closer to merger; boards approve agreement contracts German carmakers Volkswagen AG and Porsche said Friday they had come closer to merging the two companies, with the supervisory boards of both companies approving certain agreement contracts between them., German carmakers Volkswagen AG and Porsche said Friday they had come closer to merging the two companies, with the supervisory boards of both companies approving certain agreement contracts between them. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/cloud-peak-energy-subsidiaries-price-600m-senior-notes-on-coal-companys-1st-day-of-trading-70638722.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:20:04Z Cloud Peak Energy subsidiaries price $600M senior notes on coal company's 1st day of trading After its public debut on Friday, Cloud Peak Energy Inc. said its subsidiaries priced two senior note offerings with a total value of $600 million., After its public debut on Friday, Cloud Peak Energy Inc. said its subsidiaries priced two senior note offerings with a total value of $600 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/shares-of-adc-telecommunications-sink-on-lower-outlook-for-first-quarter-70638712.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:20:03Z Shares of ADC Telecommunications sink on lower outlook for first quarter Shares of ADC Telecommunications Inc. fell Friday after the company posted a net loss in the fourth quarter and warned that first-quarter earnings will come in lower than expected., Shares of ADC Telecommunications Inc. fell Friday after the company posted a net loss in the fourth quarter and warned that first-quarter earnings will come in lower than expected. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/moodys-ny-could-take-hit-to-credit-rating-if-lawmakers-fail-to-cut-spending-close-deficit-70638337.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:15:12Z Moody's: NY could take hit to credit rating if lawmakers fail to cut spending, close deficit New York's stable credit rating could be hurt if the Legislature fails to heed Gov. David Paterson's calls to cut spending and eliminate a $3.2 billion deficit, Moody's Investors Service said Friday., New York's stable credit rating could be hurt if the Legislature fails to heed Gov. David Paterson's calls to cut spending and eliminate a $3.2 billion deficit, Moody's Investors Service said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/aruba-networks-shares-fall-analyst-says-investors-wanted-an-even-stronger-performance-70637452.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:15:10Z Aruba Networks shares fall; analyst says investors wanted an even stronger performance Shares of Aruba Networks Inc. fell Friday after the company reported fiscal first-quarter results above analyst expectations, but it may not have been as much of a beat as Wall Street hoped., Shares of Aruba Networks Inc. fell Friday after the company reported fiscal first-quarter results above analyst expectations, but it may not have been as much of a beat as Wall Street hoped. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/arizona-st-ucla-both-need-win-to-boost-bowl-hopes-70638317.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:15:05Z Arizona St, UCLA both need win to boost bowl hopes Arizona State and UCLA both will find it tough to reach a bowl game after the final two weeks of their up-and-down seasons., Arizona State and UCLA both will find it tough to reach a bowl game after the final two weeks of their up-and-down seasons. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/too-much-force-in-san-jose-arrests-cases-reviewed-70637902.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:10:06Z Too much force in San Jose arrests? Cases reviewed San Jose officials have ordered a review of about 200 police department cases to determine if officers have used excessive force while attempting to make arrests., San Jose officials have ordered a review of about 200 police department cases to determine if officers have used excessive force while attempting to make arrests. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/medical-workers-who-abuse-drugs-face-more-testing-70637892.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:10:04Z Medical workers who abuse drugs face more testing California medical professionals who have abused drugs will now face drug tests twice a week and be immediately removed if they relapse., California medical professionals who have abused drugs will now face drug tests twice a week and be immediately removed if they relapse. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/vegas-council-oks-pet-spaying-neutering-ordinance-70637447.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:05:12Z Vegas council OKs pet spaying, neutering ordinance The Las Vegas City Council has adopted an ordinance that will require most pet owners to spay or neuter their cats and dogs by 4 months of age., The Las Vegas City Council has adopted an ordinance that will require most pet owners to spay or neuter their cats and dogs by 4 months of age. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/fifa-suspends-iraq-from-world-soccer-after-missed-deadline-to-restore-national-body-70636872.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:05:09Z FIFA suspends Iraq from world soccer after missed deadline to restore national body FIFA suspended Iraq from soccer because of political interference in the national federation., FIFA suspended Iraq from soccer because of political interference in the national federation. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/brazils-leader-urges-freeze-on-israeli-settlements-in-east-jerusalem-70627702.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:05:07Z Brazil's leader urges freeze on Israeli settlements in east Jerusalem Brazil's President Luis Inacio Lula da Silva is joining his Palestinian counterpart in calling on Israel to stop building new settlements in areas claimed by Palestinians., Brazil's President Luis Inacio Lula da Silva is joining his Palestinian counterpart in calling on Israel to stop building new settlements in areas claimed by Palestinians. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/ny-man-convicted-of-endangerment-after-leaving-his-father-85-in-hot-car-finding-him-dead-70637427.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:05:04Z NY man convicted of endangerment after leaving his father, 85, in hot car, finding him dead A New York state man has been convicted of reckless endangerment after leaving his 85-year-old father in a car on a hot day and finding him dead three hours later., A New York state man has been convicted of reckless endangerment after leaving his 85-year-old father in a car on a hot day and finding him dead three hours later. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/negotiations-close-to-beginning-for-potential-pacquiao-mayweather-megafight-70624992.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:05:03Z Big pay-per-view numbers for Pacquiao-Cotto add up to Pacquiao-Mayweather megafight Manny Pacquiao proved he can be a box office hit. Now it's up to Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. to see what they can do together., Manny Pacquiao proved he can be a box office hit. Now it's up to Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. to see what they can do together. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/weak-demand-and-rising-crude-prices-lead-to-another-refinery-closing-550-workers-let-go-70636912.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:00:10Z Weak demand and rising crude prices lead to another refinery closing; 550 workers let go Refineries from New Mexico to New Jersey are under severe economic pressure because of falling demand for fuel, with a number of facilities shutting down in recent months., Refineries from New Mexico to New Jersey are under severe economic pressure because of falling demand for fuel, with a number of facilities shutting down in recent months. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/investors-file-100m-suit-against-high-profile-fla-lawyer-under-federal-probe-for-huge-fraud-70631492.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T11:00:09Z Investors file $100M suit against high-profile Fla. lawyer under federal probe for huge fraud Investors claiming they were fleeced by a high-profile South Florida attorney filed a $100 million lawsuit Friday contending that the lawyer orchestrated a massive Ponzi scheme with the help of a Canadian bank's U.S. subsidiary and several accomplices., Investors claiming they were fleeced by a high-profile South Florida attorney filed a $100 million lawsuit Friday contending that the lawyer orchestrated a massive Ponzi scheme with the help of a Canadian bank's U.S. subsidiary and several accomplices. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/imperial-sugar-enters-three-way-joint-venture-to-build-cane-sugar-refinery-plant-in-louisiana-70636537.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:55:09Z Imperial Sugar enters three-way joint venture to build cane sugar refinery plant in Louisiana Imperial Sugar Co. said Friday it has entered a three-way joint venture to build a cane sugar refinery next to its existing factory in Gramercy, La., Imperial Sugar Co. said Friday it has entered a three-way joint venture to build a cane sugar refinery next to its existing factory in Gramercy, La. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/web-sites-offer-a-chep-option-for-homeowners-to-sell-on-their-own-but-expect-some-commissions-70633387.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:55:07Z Web sites offer a chep option for homeowners to sell on their own, but expect some commissions Selling a home without a real estate agent can save thousands of dollars in commission fees, but it can also be a painstaking, confusing task., Selling a home without a real estate agent can save thousands of dollars in commission fees, but it can also be a painstaking, confusing task. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/hyundai-says-2011-sonata-to-lead-all-midsize-cars-in-fuel-economy-35-mpg-on-highway-70636232.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:50:08Z Hyundai says 2011 Sonata to lead all midsize cars in fuel economy; 35 mpg on highway Hyundai Motor Co. said Friday the 2011 Sonata sedan will lead all midsize cars in fuel economy., Hyundai Motor Co. said Friday the 2011 Sonata sedan will lead all midsize cars in fuel economy. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/rhode-islands-unemployment-rate-dips-to-129-percent-in-october-but-not-because-of-more-jobs-70636212.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:50:06Z Rhode Island's unemployment rate dips to 12.9 percent in October, but not because of more jobs The unemployment rate in Rhode Island has fallen for the first time in nearly three years, dropping slightly to 12.9 percent in October., The unemployment rate in Rhode Island has fallen for the first time in nearly three years, dropping slightly to 12.9 percent in October. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/airtran-airways-giving-double-rewards-for-milwaukee-travel-through-feb-10-70635797.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:50:05Z AirTran Airways giving double rewards for Milwaukee travel through Feb. 10 Discount carrier AirTran Airways, a unit of AirTran Holdings Inc., said Friday that it will offer double reward credits to all of its frequent flier club members when they travel between Milwaukee and any AirTran destination through Feb. 10., Discount carrier AirTran Airways, a unit of AirTran Holdings Inc., said Friday that it will offer double reward credits to all of its frequent flier club members when they travel between Milwaukee and any AirTran destination through Feb. 10. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/warrant-drug-in-jackson-case-came-from-vegas-firm-70634927.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:50:04Z Warrant: Drug cited in Michael Jackson's death came from Las Vegas pharmacy Michael Jackson's doctor bought a powerful anesthetic in Nevada and had it shipped to California, where it was found at the pop singer's bedside after he died, court documents released Friday show., Michael Jackson's doctor bought a powerful anesthetic in Nevada and had it shipped to California, where it was found at the pop singer's bedside after he died, court documents released Friday show. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/bulgaria-to-seek-closer-energy-ties-with-us-at-clinton-meeting-70627137.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:45:09Z AP Interview: Bulgaria to seek closer energy ties with US at Clinton meeting Bulgaria's foreign minister says she will seek greater involvement from U.S. companies in energy projects when she meets Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in Washington on Monday., Bulgaria's foreign minister says she will seek greater involvement from U.S. companies in energy projects when she meets Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in Washington on Monday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/california-man-arrested-for-allegedly-paying-teenage-boys-to-spit-in-his-face-70623267.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:45:04Z California man arrested for allegedly paying teenage boys to spit in his face A 39-year-old Southern California man has been arrested for misdemeanor child annoyance after allegedly paying a teenager $31 to spit in his face., A 39-year-old Southern California man has been arrested for misdemeanor child annoyance after allegedly paying a teenager $31 to spit in his face. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/deutsche-bank-analyst-raises-rating-for-dillards-on-cost-cutting-and-merchandise-70635387.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:40:07Z Deutsche Bank analyst raises rating for Dillard's on cost-cutting and merchandise Shares of department store retailer Dillard's Inc. rose on Friday after an analyst upgraded the stock to "Buy" and said efforts to cut costs and improve merchandise are paying off., Shares of department store retailer Dillard's Inc. rose on Friday after an analyst upgraded the stock to "Buy" and said efforts to cut costs and improve merchandise are paying off. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/emergency-medical-services-prices-public-offering-for-3865-million-in-common-stock-70635377.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:40:05Z Emergency Medical Services prices public offering for $386.5 million in common stock Ambulance and physician services company Emergency Medical Services Corp. on Friday priced a public offering for about $386.5 million in common stock., Ambulance and physician services company Emergency Medical Services Corp. on Friday priced a public offering for about $386.5 million in common stock. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/guidelines-say-less-frequent-paps-ok-to-detect-cervical-cancer---every-2-years-for-under-30-70618512.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:40:04Z Guidelines say less frequent Paps OK to detect cervical cancer - every 2 years for under-30 First mammograms. Now — in an apparent coincidence — Pap smears., First mammograms. Now — in an apparent coincidence — Pap smears. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/number-of-active-oil-and-gas-rigs-in-the-us-up-by-12-this-week-70634517.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:35:14Z Number of active oil and gas rigs in the US up by 12 this week The number of rigs actively exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. this week has risen by 12 this week to 1,113., The number of rigs actively exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. this week has risen by 12 this week to 1,113. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/warrant-drug-in-jackson-case-came-from-vegas-firm-70634522.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:30:22Z Warrant: Drug in Jackson case came from Vegas firm Court documents show police linked a drug blamed in Michael Jackson's death to the pop singer's personal physician who bought it at a Las Vegas pharmacy., Court documents show police linked a drug blamed in Michael Jackson's death to the pop singer's personal physician who bought it at a Las Vegas pharmacy. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/less-than-2-years-left-for-the-oprah-winfrey-show-lets-hurry-up-and-start-missing-oprah-70634502.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:30:14Z Less than 2 years left for 'The Oprah Winfrey Show': Let's hurry up and start missing Oprah! NEW YORK — Is it too soon to begin missing Oprah?, NEW YORK — Is it too soon to begin missing Oprah? http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/unemployment-rate-in-kansas-drops-to-64-percent-in-october-jobless-claims-increase-70634487.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:30:11Z Unemployment rate in Kansas drops to 6.4 percent in October; jobless claims increase Kansas' unemployment rate declined to 6.4 percent in October, though a state labor analyst cautioned Friday that the job market remains weak., Kansas' unemployment rate declined to 6.4 percent in October, though a state labor analyst cautioned Friday that the job market remains weak. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/university-economists-say-mich-will-keep-losing-jobs-in-2010-job-growth-to-begin-in-2011-70634482.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:30:10Z University economists say Mich. will keep losing jobs in 2010; job growth to begin in 2011 Michigan's economy will improve in 2010, but only in comparison to what has been "one of the most brutal years in a generation," University of Michigan economists said Friday., Michigan's economy will improve in 2010, but only in comparison to what has been "one of the most brutal years in a generation," University of Michigan economists said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/global-cash-access-settles-arizona-license-dispute-agrees-to-pay-1-million-70634472.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:30:07Z Global Cash Access settles Arizona license dispute, agrees to pay $1 million Global Cash Access Holdings Inc., which provides cash access services at casinos, has agreed to pay $1 million in a settlement after Arizona authorities initially refused to renew the company's certification in the state., Global Cash Access Holdings Inc., which provides cash access services at casinos, has agreed to pay $1 million in a settlement after Arizona authorities initially refused to renew the company's certification in the state. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/70634167.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:25:12Z A look at economic developments and activity in major stock markets around the world A look at economic developments and activity in major stock markets around the world Friday:, A look at economic developments and activity in major stock markets around the world Friday: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/neb-october-unemployment-rate-is-second-lowest-in-the-nation-and-states-economy-is-improving-70634132.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:25:06Z Neb. October unemployment rate is second-lowest in the nation and state's economy is improving Nebraska's unemployment rate held steady at 4.9 percent in October even as the national rate crept up to 10.2 percent., Nebraska's unemployment rate held steady at 4.9 percent in October even as the national rate crept up to 10.2 percent. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nc-jobless-rate-stuck-in-double-digits-most-of-year-rises-slightly-to-11-percent-in-october-70633402.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:20:12Z NC jobless rate stuck in double digits most of year rises slightly to 11 percent in October North Carolina's unemployment rate rose slightly to 11 percent in October, a fraction off its historic peak earlier this year and the ninth straight month in double digits, the state's Employment Security Commission reported Friday., North Carolina's unemployment rate rose slightly to 11 percent in October, a fraction off its historic peak earlier this year and the ninth straight month in double digits, the state's Employment Security Commission reported Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/after-2-months-of-declining-unemployment-ohio-joblessness-rises-to-105-percent-70633867.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:20:07Z After 2 months of declining unemployment, Ohio joblessness rises to 10.5 percent Ohio's unemployment rate has gone up for the first time in three months, to 10.5 percent in October from 10.1 percent in September., Ohio's unemployment rate has gone up for the first time in three months, to 10.5 percent in October from 10.1 percent in September. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/fitch-lifts-bon-ton-stores-outlook-cites-the-companys-amended-credit-agreement-70625482.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:20:06Z Fitch lifts Bon-Ton Stores outlook, cites amended credit agreement, Moody's to review ratings Fitch Ratings raised its outlook for Bon-Ton Stores Inc. on Friday from "Negative" to "Stable," citing the department store operator's reworked credit agreement., Fitch Ratings raised its outlook for Bon-Ton Stores Inc. on Friday from "Negative" to "Stable," citing the department store operator's reworked credit agreement. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/indianapolis-man-convicted-in-slayings-of-7-gets-life-sentence-compares-self-to-christ-70633847.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:20:04Z Indianapolis man convicted in slayings of 7 gets life sentence, compares self to Christ An Indianapolis man convicted of killing three children and four adults during a home invasion robbery three years ago has been sentenced to life in prison without parole., An Indianapolis man convicted of killing three children and four adults during a home invasion robbery three years ago has been sentenced to life in prison without parole. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/ethics-committee-admonishes-sen-burris-of-ill-in-letter-but-recommends-no-punishment-70630352.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:20:03Z Ethics committee admonishes Sen. Burris of Ill. in letter, but recommends no punishment The Senate ethics committee on Friday admonished Sen. Roland Burris, D-Ill., for making "inconsistent, misleading or incomplete" statements about the circumstances surrounding his appointment to the seat once held by Barack Obama. The committee recommended no action beyond the letter., The Senate ethics committee on Friday admonished Sen. Roland Burris, D-Ill., for making "inconsistent, misleading or incomplete" statements about the circumstances surrounding his appointment to the seat once held by Barack Obama. The committee recommended no action beyond the letter. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/nebraskas-moderate-sen-ben-nelson-to-vote-yes-on-crucial-health-care-test-vote-saturday-70633362.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:15:04Z Nebraska's moderate Sen. Ben Nelson to vote 'yes' on crucial health care test vote Saturday Democratic Sen. Ben Nelson of Nebraska is a "yes" in a crucial weekend test vote on health care., Democratic Sen. Ben Nelson of Nebraska is a "yes" in a crucial weekend test vote on health care. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/utilities-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70633152.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:35Z Utilities companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top utilities companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top utilities companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/telecom-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70633147.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:34Z Telecom companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top telecom companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top telecom companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/petters-says-he-planned-to-tell-government-about-massive-fraud-defense-rests-its-case-70633137.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:31Z Petters says he planned to tell government about massive fraud; defense rests its case A Minnesota businessman accused of running a Ponzi scheme and defrauding investors out of billions of dollars said Friday that a 2008 raid by federal agents on his company was unnecessary and caused its collapse., A Minnesota businessman accused of running a Ponzi scheme and defrauding investors out of billions of dollars said Friday that a 2008 raid by federal agents on his company was unnecessary and caused its collapse. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/arkansas-officials-fbi-investigating-police-officers-use-of-stun-gun-on-10-year-old-girl-70633132.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:27Z Arkansas officials: FBI investigating police officer's use of stun gun on 10-year-old girl The FBI has dispatched investigators to Arkansas to look into a police officer's use of a stun gun on a 10-year-old girl who refused to take a shower., The FBI has dispatched investigators to Arkansas to look into a police officer's use of a stun gun on a 10-year-old girl who refused to take a shower. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/silver-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633127.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:25Z Silver companies shares down at noon Shares of some top silver companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top silver companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pbm-companies-shares-up-at-noon-70633117.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:23Z PBM companies shares up at noon Shares of some top pbm companies are up at noon:, Shares of some top pbm companies are up at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/oil-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633112.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:22Z Oil companies shares down at noon Shares of some top oil companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top oil companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/medical-devices-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70633102.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:21Z Medical Devices companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top medical devices companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top medical devices companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/media-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633097.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:18Z Media companies shares down at noon Shares of some top media companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top media companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/managed-care-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633092.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:14Z Managed Care companies shares down at noon Shares of some top managed care companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top managed care companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/machinery-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633082.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:09Z Machinery companies shares down at noon Shares of some top machinery companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top machinery companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/internet-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633077.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:06Z Internet companies shares down at noon Shares of some top internet companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top internet companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/insurers-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633067.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:04Z Insurers companies shares down at noon Shares of some top insurers companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top insurers companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/homebuilders-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633062.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:03Z Homebuilders companies shares down at noon Shares of some top homebuilders companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top homebuilders companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/health-care-equipment-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70633047.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:11:00Z Health Care Equipment companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top health care equipment companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top health care equipment companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gold-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633042.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:58Z Gold companies shares down at noon Shares of some top gold companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top gold companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/food-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70633032.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:56Z Food companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top food companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top food companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/finance-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70633022.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:55Z Finance companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top finance companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top finance companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/electrical-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633017.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:54Z Electrical companies shares down at noon Shares of some top electrical companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top electrical companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/education-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70633007.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:50Z Education companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top education companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top education companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/durable-goods-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70633002.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:48Z Durable Goods companies shares down at noon Shares of some top durable goods companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top durable goods companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/drugstore-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632997.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:47Z Drugstore companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top drugstore companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top drugstore companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/construction-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70632982.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:45Z Construction companies shares down at noon Shares of some top construction companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top construction companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/computer-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632972.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:44Z Computer companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top computer companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top computer companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/coal-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70632962.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:40Z Coal companies shares down at noon Shares of some top coal companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top coal companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/broadline-retail-companies-shares-down-at-noon-70632957.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:38Z Broadline Retail companies shares down at noon Shares of some top broadline retail companies are down at noon:, Shares of some top broadline retail companies are down at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/biotechnology-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632952.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:37Z Biotechnology companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top biotechnology companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top biotechnology companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/beverages-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632947.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:35Z Beverages companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top beverages companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top beverages companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/autos-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632937.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:33Z Autos companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top autos companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top autos companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/airlines-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632932.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:30Z Airlines companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top airlines companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top airlines companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/aerospace-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632927.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:27Z Aerospace companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top aerospace companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top aerospace companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/railroads-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632912.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:22Z Railroads companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top railroads companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top railroads companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/staffing-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632907.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:19Z Staffing companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top staffing companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top staffing companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/specialty-retail-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632902.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:18Z Specialty Retail companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top specialty retail companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top specialty retail companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pharmaceuticals-companies-shares-mixed-at-noon-70632897.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:17Z Pharmaceuticals companies shares mixed at noon Shares of some top pharmaceuticals companies are mixed at noon:, Shares of some top pharmaceuticals companies are mixed at noon: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/sc-jobless-rate-rises-to-121-percent-for-october-total-number-of-unemployed-rises-by-10000-70632887.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:15Z SC jobless rate rises to 12.1 percent for October; total number of unemployed rises by 10,000 The unemployment rate in South Carolina rose nearly half a percentage point in October, returning to a record level of 12.1 percent set earlier this year, the state agency that calculates the rate said Friday., The unemployment rate in South Carolina rose nearly half a percentage point in October, returning to a record level of 12.1 percent set earlier this year, the state agency that calculates the rate said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/big-numbers-for-pacquiao-cotto-set-up-megafight-for-pacquiao-mayweather-70625007.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:10:10Z Big numbers for Pacquiao-Cotto set up megafight for Pacquiao-Mayweather Manny Pacquiao is a box office hit, selling 1.25 million pay-per-views for his fight with Miguel Cotto in a performance that could set up the richest fight ever against Floyd Mayweather Jr., Manny Pacquiao is a box office hit, selling 1.25 million pay-per-views for his fight with Miguel Cotto in a performance that could set up the richest fight ever against Floyd Mayweather Jr. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pre-paid-legal-services-clarifies-that-ftc-draft-lawsuit-is-part-of-ongoing-process-70632412.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:05:18Z Pre-Paid Legal Services clarifies that FTC draft lawsuit is part of ongoing process Pre-Paid Legal Services Inc., a network of independent law firms, clarified on Friday that a draft lawsuit it has received from the Federal Trade Commission is part of an ongoing process., Pre-Paid Legal Services Inc., a network of independent law firms, clarified on Friday that a draft lawsuit it has received from the Federal Trade Commission is part of an ongoing process. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/top-mass-finance-official-accuses-legislature-of-risky-move-by-leaving-125-million-deficit-70632397.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:05:11Z Top Mass. finance official accuses Legislature of 'risky' move by leaving $125 million deficit The top budget official in Massachusetts says the Legislature has taken a "risky" approach by adjourning for the remainder of the year without closing a projected $125 million state budget deficit., The top budget official in Massachusetts says the Legislature has taken a "risky" approach by adjourning for the remainder of the year without closing a projected $125 million state budget deficit. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/texas-jobless-rate-inches-up-to-83-percent-but-state-bucks-yearlong-trend-by-adding-jobs-70632392.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:05:10Z Texas jobless rate inches up to 8.3 percent, but state bucks yearlong trend by adding jobs Texas' unemployment rate inched up to 8.3 percent in October while the state bucked a yearlong trend by adding jobs, officials said Friday., Texas' unemployment rate inched up to 8.3 percent in October while the state bucked a yearlong trend by adding jobs, officials said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/police-say-17-arrests-in-soccer-match-fixing-investigation-200-games-under-suspicion-70632387.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:05:09Z Police say 17 arrests in soccer match-fixing investigation, 200 games under suspicion German prosecutors investigating match-fixing in soccer say 15 people in Germany and two in Switzerland have been arrested and about 200 games in Europe are under suspicion., German prosecutors investigating match-fixing in soccer say 15 people in Germany and two in Switzerland have been arrested and about 200 games in Europe are under suspicion. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/california-unemployment-rate-hits-125-percent-70625472.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:00:12Z California unemployment rate hits 12.5 percent California's unemployment rate rose to 12.5 percent in October to set another modern record, even though more than 25,000 Californians found jobs, the state Employment Development Department reported Friday., California's unemployment rate rose to 12.5 percent in October to set another modern record, even though more than 25,000 Californians found jobs, the state Employment Development Department reported Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/us-agriculture-department-south-dakotas-red-meat-production-decreases-in-october-70631697.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:00:05Z US Agriculture Department: South Dakota's red meat production decreases in October The U.S. Agriculture Department says commercial red meat production for South Dakota totaled 77.6 million pounds during October, down 22 percent from a year ago and down 1 percent from September's production., The U.S. Agriculture Department says commercial red meat production for South Dakota totaled 77.6 million pounds during October, down 22 percent from a year ago and down 1 percent from September's production. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/harley-davidson-would-become-wisconsins-official-state-motorcycle-under-legislative-proposal-70631497.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T10:00:04Z Harley-Davidson would become Wisconsin's official state motorcycle under legislative proposal Milwaukee-based Harley-Davidson would become the official Wisconsin motorcycle under a bill proposed in the Legislature., Milwaukee-based Harley-Davidson would become the official Wisconsin motorcycle under a bill proposed in the Legislature. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/3-cf-industries-nominees-elected-to-terra-board-advancing-hostile-takeover-bid-70631502.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:55:12Z 3 CF Industries nominees elected to Terra board, advancing hostile takeover bid CF Industries Holdings Inc. on Friday said all three of its director nominees were elected to the board of Terra Industries Inc., significantly advancing its hostile takeover bid for the rival fertilizer company., CF Industries Holdings Inc. on Friday said all three of its director nominees were elected to the board of Terra Industries Inc., significantly advancing its hostile takeover bid for the rival fertilizer company. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/air-taxi-emergency-landing-in-alaska-smooth-as-runway-pilot-kept-his-cool-on-tundra-70631472.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:55:05Z Air taxi emergency landing in Alaska smooth as runway; pilot kept his cool on tundra An air taxi with eight people aboard made an emergency landing on tundra when the engine failed near Alaska's Bering Sea coast., An air taxi with eight people aboard made an emergency landing on tundra when the engine failed near Alaska's Bering Sea coast. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/police-arrest-pikesville-man-in-pharmacy-robberies-70631172.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:50:04Z Police arrest Pikesville man in pharmacy robberies Maryland State Police say a Pikesville man wanted for robbing pharmacies has been caught in the act., Maryland State Police say a Pikesville man wanted for robbing pharmacies has been caught in the act. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/steel-of-west-virginia-to-lay-off-53-workers-cites-economy-winter-construction-slowdown-70631147.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:50:03Z Steel of West Virginia to lay off 53 workers, cites economy, winter construction slowdown More than 50 Steel of West Virginia Inc. workers will be out of work by the end of November., More than 50 Steel of West Virginia Inc. workers will be out of work by the end of November. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/goldman-sachs-employees-to-collect-garbage-at-ritzy-thanksgiving-meals-for-hungry-nyers-70630367.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:45:10Z Goldman Sachs employees to collect garbage at ritzy Thanksgiving meals for hungry NYers The Salvation Army plans to serve 10,000 free dinners across the city this Thanksgiving — meals planned by a star chef, cooked by one of New York's ritziest caterers and cleaned up by employees of one of Wall Street's most vilified financial firms., The Salvation Army plans to serve 10,000 free dinners across the city this Thanksgiving — meals planned by a star chef, cooked by one of New York's ritziest caterers and cleaned up by employees of one of Wall Street's most vilified financial firms. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/idaho-gets-nearly-115000-as-share-of-nationwide-955-million-settlement-with-sanofi-aventis-70630372.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:40:17Z Idaho gets nearly $115,000 as share of nationwide $95.5 million settlement with Sanofi-Aventis Idaho's Medicaid Division is getting nearly $115,000 as its share from a nationwide settlement with French drug giant Sanofi-Aventis., Idaho's Medicaid Division is getting nearly $115,000 as its share from a nationwide settlement with French drug giant Sanofi-Aventis. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/conseco-subsidiary-reaches-reinsurance-agreement-with-wilton-re-70622827.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:40:14Z Conseco subsidiary reaches reinsurance agreement with Wilton Re Conseco Inc. said Friday that a subsidiary has reached a reinsurance agreement with Wilton Reassurance Co. covering about 237,000 life insurance policies., Conseco Inc. said Friday that a subsidiary has reached a reinsurance agreement with Wilton Reassurance Co. covering about 237,000 life insurance policies. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/conseco-subsidiary-reaches-reinsurance-agreement-with-wilton-re-70630362.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:40:13Z Conseco subsidiary reaches reinsurance agreement with Wilton Re Conseco Inc. said Friday that a subsidiary has reached a reinsurance agreement with Wilton Reassurance Co. covering about 237,000 life insurance policies., Conseco Inc. said Friday that a subsidiary has reached a reinsurance agreement with Wilton Reassurance Co. covering about 237,000 life insurance policies. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/griffon-corp-turns-4th-quarter-profit-of-124-million-even-as-sales-slide-7-percent-70630357.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:40:12Z Griffon Corp. turns 4th-quarter profit of $12.4 million even as sales slide 7 percent Griffon Corp., a communications and electronic information, building products and specialty plastics business, said it posted a fiscal fourth-quarter profit of $12.4 million, compared to a year-ago loss, even as sales fell 7 percent., Griffon Corp., a communications and electronic information, building products and specialty plastics business, said it posted a fiscal fourth-quarter profit of $12.4 million, compared to a year-ago loss, even as sales fell 7 percent. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/canadian-government-attacks-diplomat-who-testified-country-turned-blind-eye-to-afghan-abuses-70630322.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:40:04Z Canadian government attacks diplomat who testified country turned blind eye to Afghan abuses Canada's defense minister on Thursday attacked the credibility of a senior Canadian diplomat who alleged that government officials ignored evidence that prisoners handed over to Afghanistan's intelligence service a few years ago were tortured., Canada's defense minister on Thursday attacked the credibility of a senior Canadian diplomat who alleged that government officials ignored evidence that prisoners handed over to Afghanistan's intelligence service a few years ago were tortured. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/la-area-fire-suspect-sent-to-mental-institution-70629917.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:35:14Z LA-area fire suspect sent to mental institution A homeless man charged with setting a small wildfire days before a massive blaze erupted in the Angeles National Forest has been sent to a mental institution., A homeless man charged with setting a small wildfire days before a massive blaze erupted in the Angeles National Forest has been sent to a mental institution. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/uc-berkeley-students-protest-student-fee-hike-70629912.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:35:12Z UC Berkeley students protest student fee hike University of California Berkeley students protesting a 32 percent increase in student fees have barricaded themselves in part of a campus building., University of California Berkeley students protesting a 32 percent increase in student fees have barricaded themselves in part of a campus building. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/four-time-cup-champion-gordon-has-no-immediate-plans-to-retire-70629907.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:35:11Z Four-time Cup champion Gordon has no immediate plans to retire Hendrick Motorsports owner Rick Hendrick expects Jeff Gordon to drive at least "three or four" more seasons and the four-time Cup champion says he has no immediate plans to retire., Hendrick Motorsports owner Rick Hendrick expects Jeff Gordon to drive at least "three or four" more seasons and the four-time Cup champion says he has no immediate plans to retire. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/feds-seeking-631000-judgment-against-ex-steelers-player-mel-blount-for-irs-debts-70629222.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:30:16Z Feds seeking $631,000 judgment against ex-Steelers player Mel Blount for IRS debts Federal attorneys want a judge to declare that Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Famer Mel Blount owes more than $631,000 in back taxes, interest and penalties., Federal attorneys want a judge to declare that Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Famer Mel Blount owes more than $631,000 in back taxes, interest and penalties. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dr-pepper-snapple-group-board-approves-buyback-of-up-to-200m-of-its-outstanding-stock-70627752.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:30:10Z Dr. Pepper Snapple Group board approves buyback of up to $200M of its outstanding stock Dr. Pepper Snapple Group Inc. said Friday that its board has approved the repurchase of up to $200 million of its outstanding shares over the next three years., Dr. Pepper Snapple Group Inc. said Friday that its board has approved the repurchase of up to $200 million of its outstanding shares over the next three years. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/union-director-billy-hunter-plans-to-meet-soon-with-stern-says-salaries-are-dropping-70625792.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:30:09Z Union director Billy Hunter plans to meet soon with Stern, says salaries are dropping NBA players' association director Billy Hunter plans another negotiating session soon with commissioner David Stern, and here's something that might come up., NBA players' association director Billy Hunter plans another negotiating session soon with commissioner David Stern, and here's something that might come up. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/representative-of-iraqi-shiite-spiritual-leader-urges-parties-to-break-election-law-impasse-70612017.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:30:05Z Representative of Iraqi Shiite spiritual leader urges parties to break election law impasse A top aide to Iraq's Shiite spiritual leader on Friday urged the country's fractious political blocs to resolve a crisis over a key election law that threatens to delay national polls planned for January., A top aide to Iraq's Shiite spiritual leader on Friday urged the country's fractious political blocs to resolve a crisis over a key election law that threatens to delay national polls planned for January. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/wilton-wind-energy-center-in-north-dakota-doubles-in-size-to-66-turbines-99-megawatts-70628972.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:25:10Z Wilton Wind Energy Center in North Dakota doubles in size to 66 turbines, 99 megawatts The Wilton Wind Energy Center north of Bismarck, N.D., has doubled in size., The Wilton Wind Energy Center north of Bismarck, N.D., has doubled in size. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/executives-at-smucker-discuss-retail-pressure-for-fewer-items-70628977.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:20:15Z Executives at Smucker discuss retail pressure for fewer items Many grocers and food retailers are trying to reduce the number of items on its shelves to accomodate smaller stores or to make more room for their own store brand products, which have become popular during the recession., Many grocers and food retailers are trying to reduce the number of items on its shelves to accomodate smaller stores or to make more room for their own store brand products, which have become popular during the recession. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/michigan-state-gets-nearly-84000-in-federal-funds-to-measure-wind-speeds-in-5-counties-70628607.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:20:10Z Michigan State gets nearly $84,000 in federal funds to measure wind speeds in 5 counties Michigan State University will receive $83,806 to measure wind speeds in five areas around the state., Michigan State University will receive $83,806 to measure wind speeds in five areas around the state. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/7-people-charged-in-california-for-alleged-17-million-securities-and-mortgage-scam-70628182.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:10:09Z 7 people charged in California for alleged $17 million securities and mortgage scam State and federal prosecutors have charged seven people in an alleged securities scam that cheated dozens of people out of $17 million., State and federal prosecutors have charged seven people in an alleged securities scam that cheated dozens of people out of $17 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/met-pro-3rd-quarter-profit-falls-sharply-though-orders-begin-rising-company-says-70628177.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:10:07Z Met-Pro 3rd-quarter profit falls sharply, though orders begin rising, company says Met-Pro Corp., which makes pollution control technologies, said Friday its third-quarter profit plunged two-thirds on weak markets, surprising Wall Street., Met-Pro Corp., which makes pollution control technologies, said Friday its third-quarter profit plunged two-thirds on weak markets, surprising Wall Street. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/microsoft-offering-nearly-24000-vouchers-for-computer-skills-training-to-nc-residents-70627787.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:05:25Z Microsoft offering nearly 24,000 vouchers for computer skills training to NC residents Microsoft Corp. is giving away nearly 24,000 vouchers to North Carolina residents who want to improve their computer skills so they can improve their lot in the work force., Microsoft Corp. is giving away nearly 24,000 vouchers to North Carolina residents who want to improve their computer skills so they can improve their lot in the work force. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dr-pepper-snapple-group-declares-its-first-regular-quarterly-dividend-of-15-cents-70627742.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:05:08Z Dr. Pepper Snapple Group declares its first regular quarterly dividend of 15 cents Dr. Pepper Snapple Group Inc. declared a regular quarterly dividend of 15 cents on Friday, a first for the beverage maker., Dr. Pepper Snapple Group Inc. declared a regular quarterly dividend of 15 cents on Friday, a first for the beverage maker. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/meals-on-wheels-study-shows-6-million-seniors-are-at-risk-of-hunger-70627722.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:05:06Z Meals on Wheels study shows 6 million seniors are at risk of hunger A new study by the Meals on Wheels Association of America shows roughly six million seniors are at risk of being hungry., A new study by the Meals on Wheels Association of America shows roughly six million seniors are at risk of being hungry. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/new-mexico-considers-medicaid-overhaul-to-cut-costs-because-of-looming-budget-shortfall-70626877.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:00:10Z New Mexico considers Medicaid overhaul to cut costs because of looming budget shortfall Gov. Bill Richardson's administration is proposing to overhaul Medicaid and scale back health care services to some lower-income New Mexicans to cope with a projected budget shortfall of $300 million next year in the state's largest health care program., Gov. Bill Richardson's administration is proposing to overhaul Medicaid and scale back health care services to some lower-income New Mexicans to cope with a projected budget shortfall of $300 million next year in the state's largest health care program. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/cdc-software-expects-truition-purchase-to-close-within-2-weeks-70627157.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:00:09Z CDC Software expects Truition purchase to close within 2 weeks CDC Software Corp. said Friday that it finalized its agreement to buy on-demand e-commerce software company Truition Inc., CDC Software Corp. said Friday that it finalized its agreement to buy on-demand e-commerce software company Truition Inc. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/alaskas-unemployment-rate-increases-to-89-percent-in-october-from-previous-month-70627127.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:00:06Z Alaska's unemployment rate increases to 8.9 percent in October from previous month Alaska's unemployment rate jumped to 8.9 percent last month., Alaska's unemployment rate jumped to 8.9 percent last month. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/congos-only-2-captive-baby-gorillas-to-move-to-new-sanctuary-where-schoolchildren-can-visit-70627102.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T09:00:03Z Congo's only 2 captive baby gorillas to move to new sanctuary where schoolchildren can visit Conservationists say Congolese schoolchildren will soon be able to take a closer look at baby mountain gorillas., Conservationists say Congolese schoolchildren will soon be able to take a closer look at baby mountain gorillas. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/conn-unemployment-rate-climbs-to-88-percent-in-october-even-as-employers-created-1000-jobs-70626567.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:55:17Z Conn. unemployment rate climbs to 8.8 percent in October, even as employers created 1,000 jobs The Connecticut Labor Department says the state's unemployment rate increased slightly to 8.8 percent, even though employers added 1,000 jobs in October., The Connecticut Labor Department says the state's unemployment rate increased slightly to 8.8 percent, even though employers added 1,000 jobs in October. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/patent-analyst-gets-18-months-for-stealing-534k-70626872.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:55:12Z Patent analyst gets 18 months for stealing $534K A former financial analyst for the Patent and Trademark Office has been sentenced to a year and a half in prison for stealing more than $500,000 from a government account., A former financial analyst for the Patent and Trademark Office has been sentenced to a year and a half in prison for stealing more than $500,000 from a government account. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/bowl-destinies-on-the-line-for-penn-state-michigan-state-in-regular-season-finale-70626577.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:52:27Z Bowl destinies on the line for Penn State, Michigan State in regular season finale The Rose Bowl is out of reach for Penn State and Michigan State., The Rose Bowl is out of reach for Penn State and Michigan State. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/peruvian-police-says-gang-killed-people-for-their-fat-allegedly-for-use-in-cosmetics-70602297.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:52:26Z Peruvian police says gang killed people for their fat, allegedly for use in cosmetics Police say a gang in the Peruvian jungle has been killing people and draining fat from the corpses to sell on the black market for use in cosmetics, although medical experts say they doubt a major market for fat exists., Police say a gang in the Peruvian jungle has been killing people and draining fat from the corpses to sell on the black market for use in cosmetics, although medical experts say they doubt a major market for fat exists. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/birth-control-for-bison-aims-to-reduce-size-of-santa-catalina-island-herd-70623282.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:52:24Z Island's bison given birth control to control herd Birth control for bison?, Birth control for bison? http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/general-motors-expects-a-plan-for-its-european-operations-by-mid-december-70607507.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:52:21Z General Motors expects a plan for its European operations by mid December General Motors Co. said it expects to release a full restructuring plan for its Opel and Vauxhall operations in mid December, but did not specify the amount of cuts to capacity and jobs it would seek., General Motors Co. said it expects to release a full restructuring plan for its Opel and Vauxhall operations in mid December, but did not specify the amount of cuts to capacity and jobs it would seek. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/motorola-buys-radioframe-base-station-unit-that-allows-walkie-talkie-features-on-cell-phones-70626512.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:52:20Z Motorola buys RadioFrame base station unit that allows walkie-talkie features on cell phones Motorola Inc. said Friday that it has purchased the base station business of RadioFrame Networks Inc., which uses a technology that allows walkie-talkie features on cell phones., Motorola Inc. said Friday that it has purchased the base station business of RadioFrame Networks Inc., which uses a technology that allows walkie-talkie features on cell phones. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/vermont-yankee-nuclear-plant-critics-renew-campaign-to-block-20-year-license-extension-70626352.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:50:07Z Vermont Yankee nuclear plant critics renew campaign to block 20-year license extension Hoping to sway lawmakers, two of the state's most famous residents and one of its former governors joined groups opposed to the Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant in announcing a push for Town Meeting Day votes on whether the plant should keep operating past 2012., Hoping to sway lawmakers, two of the state's most famous residents and one of its former governors joined groups opposed to the Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant in announcing a push for Town Meeting Day votes on whether the plant should keep operating past 2012. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/global-defense-technology-shares-get-lukewarm-reception-after-ipo-prices-below-expectations-70625812.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:50:05Z Global Defense Technology shares little changed Global Defense Technology & Systems shares were little changed after its initial public offering priced below expectations., Global Defense Technology & Systems shares were little changed after its initial public offering priced below expectations. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/wvas-rep-capito-says-shes-troubled-by-epas-response-to-concerns-about-permit-delays-70625457.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:40:12Z W.Va.'s Rep. Capito says she's troubled by EPA's response to concerns about permit delays Rep. Shelley Moore Capito says she's troubled by what she heard in a meeting with Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson., Rep. Shelley Moore Capito says she's troubled by what she heard in a meeting with Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/house-dem-leader-criticizes-arizona-governors-absence-from-state-as-special-session-falters-70625452.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:40:11Z House Dem leader criticizes Arizona governor's absence from state as special session falters A Democratic legislative leader criticized Republican Gov. Jan Brewer for being out of state while efforts to close out a special legislative session focused on Arizona's budget crisis faltered., A Democratic legislative leader criticized Republican Gov. Jan Brewer for being out of state while efforts to close out a special legislative session focused on Arizona's budget crisis faltered. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/former-jail-guard-sentenced-to-3-months-70625437.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:40:06Z Former jail guard sentenced to 3 months A former state correctional officer convicted of assaults on inmates has been sentenced to three months in jail., A former state correctional officer convicted of assaults on inmates has been sentenced to three months in jail. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/kona-grill-coo-mark-bartholomay-resigns-to-pursue-other-business-and-personal-interests-70625012.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:35:08Z Kona Grill COO Mark Bartholomay resigns to pursue other business and personal interests Kona Grill Inc. Chief Operating Officer Mark L. Bartholomay has resigned, the restaurant chain said Friday., Kona Grill Inc. Chief Operating Officer Mark L. Bartholomay has resigned, the restaurant chain said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dells-profit-stock-drop-on-signs-company-isnt-fully-benefiting-from-industry-recovery-70596687.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:35:07Z Dell's profit, stock drop on weak quarterly report Some of the computer industry's biggest players — such as IBM Corp., Intel Corp. and Hewlett-Packard Co. — have wowed Wall Street this fall with stronger-than-expected profits., Some of the computer industry's biggest players — such as IBM Corp., Intel Corp. and Hewlett-Packard Co. — have wowed Wall Street this fall with stronger-than-expected profits. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/banned-chinese-director-brings-gay-romance-film-to-hong-kong-70624512.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:35:06Z Banned Chinese director brings gay romance film to Hong Kong A prominent mainland Chinese director banned by Beijing from making movies brought his new gay romance film to Hong Kong on Friday for what is likely the last of a handful of screenings on his home soil., A prominent mainland Chinese director banned by Beijing from making movies brought his new gay romance film to Hong Kong on Friday for what is likely the last of a handful of screenings on his home soil. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/greek-socialists-say-finances-in-intensive-care-as-2010-budget-shows-public-debt-soaring-70624527.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:30:14Z Greek Socialists say finances in 'intensive care' as 2010 budget shows public debt soaring Greece's new center-left government pledged to pull the economy out of "intensive care," but conceded Friday that public debt would continue to surge, reaching a massive 120 percent of annual national output next year., Greece's new center-left government pledged to pull the economy out of "intensive care," but conceded Friday that public debt would continue to surge, reaching a massive 120 percent of annual national output next year. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/new-york-lawmakers-head-home-without-a-deal-on-deficit-leaders-shoot-for-monday-deal-70624477.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:30:04Z New York lawmakers head home without a deal on deficit; leaders shoot for Monday deal New York lawmakers headed home Thursday without agreement on how to address the state's fiscal crisis., New York lawmakers headed home Thursday without agreement on how to address the state's fiscal crisis. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/browns-coach-eric-mangini-expects-josh-cribbs-to-play-sunday-after-scary-neck-injury-70624467.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:30:03Z Browns coach Eric Mangini expects Josh Cribbs to play Sunday after scary neck injury Eric Mangini expects Josh Cribbs to play when the Cleveland Browns go against the Detroit Lions on Sunday., Eric Mangini expects Josh Cribbs to play when the Cleveland Browns go against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/tentative-union-contract-raises-possibility-that-harley-davidson-plant-will-remain-in-pa-70624187.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:25:08Z Tentative union contract raises possibility that Harley-Davidson plant will remain in Pa. A tentative labor agreement distributed Friday to workers at Harley-Davidson's plant in south-central Pennsylvania makes it appear likely that the motorcycle maker will keep its operations there, instead of leaving the state to cut costs., A tentative labor agreement distributed Friday to workers at Harley-Davidson's plant in south-central Pennsylvania makes it appear likely that the motorcycle maker will keep its operations there, instead of leaving the state to cut costs. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pfizer-receives-fda-approval-for-intravenous-version-of-high-blood-pressure-drug-revatio-70624182.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:25:05Z Pfizer receives FDA approval for intravenous version of high blood pressure drug Revatio Drug developer Pfizer Inc. said Friday the Food and Drug Administration approved an intravenous version of its high blood pressure drug Revatio., Drug developer Pfizer Inc. said Friday the Food and Drug Administration approved an intravenous version of its high blood pressure drug Revatio. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ohio-moderates-budget-fix-meets-immovable-forces-in-conservatives-democratic-governor-70623767.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:25:04Z Ohio moderates' budget fix meets immovable forces in conservatives, Democratic governor A few moderate Ohio senators trying to craft a compromise to fix Ohio's budget gap are being thwarted by two opposing forces: the majority of Republican senators who adamantly oppose any portion of Gov. Ted Strickland's tax cut delay, and the Democratic governor's outright rejection of the compromise., A few moderate Ohio senators trying to craft a compromise to fix Ohio's budget gap are being thwarted by two opposing forces: the majority of Republican senators who adamantly oppose any portion of Gov. Ted Strickland's tax cut delay, and the Democratic governor's outright rejection of the compromise. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/federal-immigration-officials-demand-payroll-records-employee-forms-from-vermont-farmers-70623762.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:20:17Z Federal immigration officials demand payroll records, employee forms from Vermont farmers Federal immigration officials are cracking down on Vermont dairy farmers as part of a national effort, asking them to provide records to prove their workers are legal., Federal immigration officials are cracking down on Vermont dairy farmers as part of a national effort, asking them to provide records to prove their workers are legal. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/northrop-grumman-receives-303-million-air-force-contract-for-5-unmanned-aircraft-70623312.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:15:24Z Northrop Grumman receives $303 million Air Force contract for 5 unmanned aircraft Defense contractor Northrop Grumman Corp. said Friday it has received a $302.9 million U.S. Air Force contract for five unmanned aircraft systems., Defense contractor Northrop Grumman Corp. said Friday it has received a $302.9 million U.S. Air Force contract for five unmanned aircraft systems. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/eminems-relapse-2-album-originally-scheduled-for-2009-is-getting-pushed-back-to-next-year-70623302.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:15:15Z Eminem's 'Relapse 2' album, originally scheduled for 2009, is getting pushed back to next year Eminem's comeback year of 2009 was expected to include the release of two new albums., Eminem's comeback year of 2009 was expected to include the release of two new albums. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/new-orleans-board-backs-millage-hike-ahead-of-40-million-bond-sale-sought-for-street-projects-70623297.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:15:08Z New Orleans board backs millage hike ahead of $40 million bond sale sought for street projects The city plans to hold its first bond sale in two years next month though the outcome of three high-stakes meetings with rating agencies could push it back again., The city plans to hold its first bond sale in two years next month though the outcome of three high-stakes meetings with rating agencies could push it back again. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/stefanie-spielman-wife-of-ohio-state-and-nfl-star-dies-at-42-after-long-battle-with-cancer-70623247.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:15:03Z Stefanie Spielman, wife of Ohio State and NFL star, dies at 42 after long battle with cancer Stefanie Spielman, the wife of NFL and Ohio State star Chris Spielman who led a public fight against breast cancer, died Thursday after a lengthy battle with the disease. She was 42., Stefanie Spielman, the wife of NFL and Ohio State star Chris Spielman who led a public fight against breast cancer, died Thursday after a lengthy battle with the disease. She was 42. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/air-frances-first-a380-superjumbo-flight-takes-off-from-paris-bound-for-new-yorks-jfk-70622852.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:11:18Z Air France's first A380 superjumbo flight takes off from Paris, bound for New York's JFK The first Air France A380 superjumbo took off from Paris on Friday, bound for New York with 380 passengers who had bid a total euro300,000 ($450,000) in a charity auction organized by the airline., The first Air France A380 superjumbo took off from Paris on Friday, bound for New York with 380 passengers who had bid a total euro300,000 ($450,000) in a charity auction organized by the airline. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/eu-extends-antitrust-review-of-oracles-sun-takeover-until-jan-27-70608222.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:10:17Z EU extends antitrust review of Oracle's Sun takeover until Jan 27 European Union regulators said Friday that they have extended until Jan. 27 a deadline to wrap up their antitrust review of Oracle Corp.'s planned $7.4 billion takeover of Sun Microsystems Inc., European Union regulators said Friday that they have extended until Jan. 27 a deadline to wrap up their antitrust review of Oracle Corp.'s planned $7.4 billion takeover of Sun Microsystems Inc. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ata-says-passenger-revenue-among-us-carriers-fell-15-percent-in-oct-from-a-year-ago-70622832.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:10:13Z ATA says passenger revenue among US carriers fell 15 percent in Oct. from a year ago Passenger revenue among U.S. airlines fell 15 percent in October compared to the same month last year, an industry trade group said Friday., Passenger revenue among U.S. airlines fell 15 percent in October compared to the same month last year, an industry trade group said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/actor-wesley-snipes-to-appeal-3-tax-convictions-to-federal-appeals-court-in-atlanta-70622822.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:10:09Z Actor Wesley Snipes appeals 3 tax convictions, prison sentence to federal court in Georgia Wesley Snipes' attorneys asked a federal appeals court Friday to review an "unreasonable" three-year prison sentence for the film star, who was convicted a year ago on federal tax charges., Wesley Snipes' attorneys asked a federal appeals court Friday to review an "unreasonable" three-year prison sentence for the film star, who was convicted a year ago on federal tax charges. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/latest-u-of-nebraska-debate-over-embryonic-stem-cell-research-shows-dispute-unlikely-to-fade-70607852.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:10:08Z University of Nebraska regents vote not to further restrict embryonic stem-cell research rules The University of Nebraska's governing board has voted down a proposal to restrict the school's rules governing embryonic stem-cell research beyond what the federal government allows., The University of Nebraska's governing board has voted down a proposal to restrict the school's rules governing embryonic stem-cell research beyond what the federal government allows. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/list-of-top-15-cable-programs-in-the-nielsen-ratings-for-nov-9-15-70622797.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:10:05Z List of top 15 cable programs in the Nielsen ratings for Nov. 9-15 Rankings for the top 15 programs on cable networks as compiled by the Nielsen Co. for the week of Nov. 9-15. Day and start time (EST) are in parentheses:, Rankings for the top 15 programs on cable networks as compiled by the Nielsen Co. for the week of Nov. 9-15. Day and start time (EST) are in parentheses: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/kirklands-returns-to-a-3rd-quarter-profit-helped-by-fewer-markdowns-and-increased-traffic-70622317.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:05:14Z Kirkland's returns to a 3rd-quarter profit, helped by fewer markdowns and increased traffic Kirkland's Inc. said Friday it returned to a profit in the third quarter, helped in part by fewer markdowns and increased traffic., Kirkland's Inc. said Friday it returned to a profit in the third quarter, helped in part by fewer markdowns and increased traffic. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/catalina-island-buffalo-to-get-birth-control-70619917.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:05:13Z Catalina Island buffalo to get birth control Birth control for buffaloes?, Birth control for buffaloes? http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/covidien-says-fda-extends-review-on-pain-drug-exalgo-to-feb-22-70622307.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:05:10Z Covidien says FDA extends review on pain drug Exalgo to Feb. 22 Health care company Covidien PLC said Friday the Food and Drug Administration will take longer than expected to review the potential opioid pain drug Exalgo., Health care company Covidien PLC said Friday the Food and Drug Administration will take longer than expected to review the potential opioid pain drug Exalgo. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dendreons-potential-prostate-cancer-treatment-provenge-gets-may-1-fda-review-date-70622302.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:05:09Z Dendreon's potential prostate cancer treatment Provenge gets May 1 FDA review date Biotechnology company Dendreon Corp. said Friday the Food and Drug Administration will make a regulatory decision on the potential prostate cancer vaccine Provenge by May 1., Biotechnology company Dendreon Corp. said Friday the Food and Drug Administration will make a regulatory decision on the potential prostate cancer vaccine Provenge by May 1. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/egyptian-soccer-fans-riot-against-algeria-in-escalating-row-over-world-cup-rivalry-70622262.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:05:04Z Egyptian soccer fans riot against Algeria in escalating row over World Cup rivalry Egyptian soccer fans burned Algerian flags and rioted outside the Algerian Embassy in Cairo, smashing cars and shop windows, in an escalating row between the two countries over a bitter World Cup rivalry., Egyptian soccer fans burned Algerian flags and rioted outside the Algerian Embassy in Cairo, smashing cars and shop windows, in an escalating row between the two countries over a bitter World Cup rivalry. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/weak-demand-and-rising-crude-prices-lead-to-another-refinery-closing-550-workers-let-go-70621577.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:00:17Z Weak demand and rising crude prices lead to another refinery closing; 550 workers let go Valero Energy says it is permanently closing its Delaware oil refinery, where 550 workers will lose their jobs., Valero Energy says it is permanently closing its Delaware oil refinery, where 550 workers will lose their jobs. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/antigenics-withdraws-oncophage-application-in-europe-following-negative-recommendation-70621572.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:00:15Z Antigenics withdraws Oncophage application in Europe following negative recommendation Biotechnology company Antigenics Inc. said Friday it will not seek approval for a potential kidney cancer treatment after a European advisory committee recommended against approving the drug candidate., Biotechnology company Antigenics Inc. said Friday it will not seek approval for a potential kidney cancer treatment after a European advisory committee recommended against approving the drug candidate. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/health-care-issues-bundling-payments-70621567.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:00:14Z Health care issues: Bundling payments A look at key issues in the health care debate:, A look at key issues in the health care debate: http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/thierry-henry-embarrassed-over-hand-ball-says-france-ireland-wcup-game-should-be-replayed-70616552.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:00:13Z Thierry Henry embarrassed over handball, says France-Ireland WCup game should be replayed Thierry Henry denied Friday that he was a cheat but said the "fairest solution" would be to replay the France-Ireland World Cup playoff that was decided by his hand ball., Thierry Henry denied Friday that he was a cheat but said the "fairest solution" would be to replay the France-Ireland World Cup playoff that was decided by his hand ball. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/arizona-family-begs-burglars-for-return-of-music-box-holding-ashes-of-5-month-old-son-70621547.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:00:11Z Arizona family begs burglars for return of music box holding ashes of 5-month old son An Arizona family is pleading with burglars to return a wooden music box containing the ashes of their 5-month old son., An Arizona family is pleading with burglars to return a wooden music box containing the ashes of their 5-month old son. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/archipelago-learning-stock-up-in-ipo-debut-after-pricing-near-the-top-of-expected-range-70621542.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:00:09Z Archipelago Learning stock up in IPO debut after pricing near the top of expected range Shares of Archipelago Learning are rising Friday after its initial public offering priced near the top of its expected range, raising $103.1 million., Shares of Archipelago Learning are rising Friday after its initial public offering priced near the top of its expected range, raising $103.1 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/merck-fertility-drug-receives-positive-recommendation-by-european-advisory-committee-70621512.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T08:00:04Z Merck fertility drug receives positive recommendation by European advisory committee Drug developer Merck & Co. said Friday a European advisory committee recommended approval for the company's fertility drug Elonva., Drug developer Merck & Co. said Friday a European advisory committee recommended approval for the company's fertility drug Elonva. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/7-days-group-holdings-rallies-in-1st-trading-day-after-pricing-at-the-high-end-of-expectations-70620952.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:55:08Z 7 Days Group Holdings rallies in 1st trading day after pricing at the high end of expectations Shares of 7 Days Group Holdings Ltd. soared on Friday after the discount lodging chain's initial public offering priced at the high end of an expected range., Shares of 7 Days Group Holdings Ltd. soared on Friday after the discount lodging chain's initial public offering priced at the high end of an expected range. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nyc-rare-stamp-auction-raises-32-million-for-smithsonian-natl-postal-museum-70619587.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:50:08Z NYC rare stamp auction raises $3.2 million for Smithsonian Nat'l Postal Museum A New York City gallery has auctioned over 200 rare postage stamps to raise $3.2 million for the Smithsonian National Postal Museum in Washington, D.C., A New York City gallery has auctioned over 200 rare postage stamps to raise $3.2 million for the Smithsonian National Postal Museum in Washington, D.C. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ecb-president-trichet-says-some-support-policies-for-financial-system-should-be-withdrawn-70612022.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:50:05Z ECB President Trichet says some liquidity support for financial system should be withdrawn Although it is too early to say the crisis is over, it is time to withdraw some of the policy measures that supported the financial system through the credit crunch, the European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet said Friday., Although it is too early to say the crisis is over, it is time to withdraw some of the policy measures that supported the financial system through the credit crunch, the European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/drug-developer-novavax-to-offer-68-million-shares-of-common-stock-at-330-each-stock-falls-70620432.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:45:12Z Drug developer Novavax to offer 6.8 million shares of common stock at $3.30 each; stock falls Biotech drug developer Novavax Inc. said Friday it plans to offer 6.8 million of its shares in an underwritten public offering, at a price of $3.30 per share., Biotech drug developer Novavax Inc. said Friday it plans to offer 6.8 million of its shares in an underwritten public offering, at a price of $3.30 per share. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/turkish-energy-officials-cancel-tender-for-turkeys-first-nuclear-power-plant-70620427.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:45:11Z Turkish energy officials cancel tender for Turkey's first nuclear power plant Turkish energy officials say they have canceled a tender to construct the country's first nuclear power plant., Turkish energy officials say they have canceled a tender to construct the country's first nuclear power plant. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/correction-plavix-story-70620422.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:45:09Z Correction: Plavix story In a Nov. 17 story about drug interactions between heartburn medications and the blood thinner Plavix, The Associated Press misidentified Johnson & Johnson's Mylanta as part of the H-2 blocker drug family. Mylanta is an antacid., In a Nov. 17 story about drug interactions between heartburn medications and the blood thinner Plavix, The Associated Press misidentified Johnson & Johnson's Mylanta as part of the H-2 blocker drug family. Mylanta is an antacid. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/specialty-retail-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620127.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:52Z Specialty Retail companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top specialty retail companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top specialty retail companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pharmaceuticals-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620112.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:51Z Pharmaceuticals companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top pharmaceuticals companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top pharmaceuticals companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pbm-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620107.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:50Z PBM companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top pbm companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top pbm companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/oil-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620102.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:49Z Oil companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top oil companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top oil companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/medical-devices-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620097.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:48Z Medical Devices companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top medical devices companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top medical devices companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/utilities-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620092.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:46Z Utilities companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top utilities companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top utilities companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/silver-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70620087.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:45Z Silver companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top silver companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top silver companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/telecom-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620082.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:44Z Telecom companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top telecom companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top telecom companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/staffing-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70620077.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:43Z Staffing companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top staffing companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top staffing companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/railroads-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620072.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:42Z Railroads companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top railroads companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top railroads companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/media-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70620052.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:38Z Media companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top media companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top media companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/managed-care-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620047.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:37Z Managed Care companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top managed care companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top managed care companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/machinery-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70620042.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:36Z Machinery companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top machinery companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top machinery companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/internet-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70620037.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:34Z Internet companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top internet companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top internet companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/insurers-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70620032.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:33Z Insurers companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top insurers companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top insurers companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/homebuilders-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70620027.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:31Z Homebuilders companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top homebuilders companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top homebuilders companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/health-care-equipment-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620022.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:30Z Health Care Equipment companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top health care equipment companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top health care equipment companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gold-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70620012.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:29Z Gold companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top gold companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top gold companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/food-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70620002.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:28Z Food companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top food companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top food companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/finance-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70619997.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:26Z Finance companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top finance companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top finance companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/electrical-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70619987.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:25Z Electrical companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top electrical companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top electrical companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/education-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70619982.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:24Z Education companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top education companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top education companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/durable-goods-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70619977.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:23Z Durable Goods companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top durable goods companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top durable goods companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/drugstore-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70619972.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:21Z Drugstore companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top drugstore companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top drugstore companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/construction-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70619967.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:20Z Construction companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top construction companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top construction companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/computer-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70619957.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:19Z Computer companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top computer companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top computer companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/coal-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70619952.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:17Z Coal companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top coal companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top coal companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/broadline-retail-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70619947.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:15Z Broadline Retail companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top broadline retail companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top broadline retail companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/biotechnology-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70619942.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:14Z Biotechnology companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top biotechnology companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top biotechnology companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/beverages-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70619937.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:13Z Beverages companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top beverages companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top beverages companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/autos-companies-shares-down-at-10-am-70619932.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:12Z Autos companies shares down at 10 a.m. Shares of some top autos companies are down at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top autos companies are down at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/airlines-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70619927.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:10Z Airlines companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top airlines companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top airlines companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/aerospace-companies-shares-mixed-at-10-am-70619922.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:09Z Aerospace companies shares mixed at 10 a.m. Shares of some top aerospace companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:, Shares of some top aerospace companies are mixed at 10 a.m.: http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/man-allegedly-paid-socal-teens-to-spit-in-his-face-70619912.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:40:03Z Man allegedly paid SoCal teens to spit in his face A 39-year-old Thousand Oaks man has been arrested for misdemeanor child annoyance after allegedly paying a teenager $31 to spit in his face., A 39-year-old Thousand Oaks man has been arrested for misdemeanor child annoyance after allegedly paying a teenager $31 to spit in his face. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/us-ambassador-criticizes-negative-coverage-of-obamas-china-visit-by-us-media-70603477.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:35:17Z US ambassador criticizes negative coverage of Obama's China visit by US media Washington's ambassador to Beijing hit out Friday at negative U.S. media coverage of President Barack Obama's visit to China, saying it failed to take into account important progress on many issues., Washington's ambassador to Beijing hit out Friday at negative U.S. media coverage of President Barack Obama's visit to China, saying it failed to take into account important progress on many issues. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/senate-health-bill-has-medicaid-money-for-louisiana-as-top-democrat-seeks-its-senators-vote-70619572.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:35:08Z Senate health bill has Medicaid money for Louisiana as top Democrat seeks its senator's vote Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has included at least $100 million in Medicaid funds for Louisiana in his health care bill at the same time he is trying to persuade that state's wavering Democratic senator to cast a pivotal vote for the overhaul legislation., Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has included at least $100 million in Medicaid funds for Louisiana in his health care bill at the same time he is trying to persuade that state's wavering Democratic senator to cast a pivotal vote for the overhaul legislation. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/iran-says-it-will-launch-another-communications-satellite-without-outside-help-in-2-years-70619542.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:35:03Z Iran says it will launch another communications satellite without outside help in 2 years Iran plans to launch a communications satellite by late 2011 with no outside help, a top Iranian official said Friday, after Italy and Russia declined to put it into orbit., Iran plans to launch a communications satellite by late 2011 with no outside help, a top Iranian official said Friday, after Italy and Russia declined to put it into orbit. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/as-price-of-child-vaccines-drop-millions-of-lives-saved-from-preventable-diseases-70619237.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:30:14Z As price of child vaccines drop, millions of lives saved from preventable diseases Babies squirmed and wailed as needles plunged into their chubby thighs at a public health clinic on the outskirts of Hanoi on Friday. Like little ones everywhere, the reaction to the sting was never pretty., Babies squirmed and wailed as needles plunged into their chubby thighs at a public health clinic on the outskirts of Hanoi on Friday. Like little ones everywhere, the reaction to the sting was never pretty. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/biocryst-prices-5-million-share-stock-offering-at-975-per-share-70618972.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:30:08Z BioCryst prices 5 million share stock offering at $9.75 per share Flu drug developer BioCryst Pharmaceuticals Inc. priced its 5 million common stock share offering at $9.75 per share., Flu drug developer BioCryst Pharmaceuticals Inc. priced its 5 million common stock share offering at $9.75 per share. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/7-days-group-holdings-rallies-after-ipo-prices-at-11-per-share-the-high-end-of-range-70618962.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:25:16Z 7 Days Group Holdings rallies after IPO prices at $11 per share, the high end of range Shares of 7 Days Group Holdings Ltd. soared on Friday after the discount lodging chain priced an initial public offering at the high end of an expected range., Shares of 7 Days Group Holdings Ltd. soared on Friday after the discount lodging chain priced an initial public offering at the high end of an expected range. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/as-second-wave-of-ex-officials-prepare-for-trial-scandalized-sc-county-tries-to-stay-positive-70602102.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:25:13Z As second wave of ex-officials prepare for trial, scandalized SC county tries to stay positive When federal officials descended on this small South Carolina town to investigate a kickback scheme that had caught up the mayor and another official, they stumbled across a web of corruption they believe is deeper and more widespread through the county., When federal officials descended on this small South Carolina town to investigate a kickback scheme that had caught up the mayor and another official, they stumbled across a web of corruption they believe is deeper and more widespread through the county. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/russian-icebreaker-carrying-over-100-tourists-on-antarctic-cruise-nears-open-water-70601182.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:20:06Z Russian icebreaker carrying more than 100 tourists on Antarctic cruise reaches clear water A Russian cruise ship that has been struggling through a huge mass of sea ice for days has finally reached open water off Antarctica., A Russian cruise ship that has been struggling through a huge mass of sea ice for days has finally reached open water off Antarctica. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/army-limits-media-access-to-palin-book-signing-at-nc-base-citing-anti-obama-grandstanding-70618497.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:20:04Z Army allows media at Palin event in North Carolina despite concerns about anti-Obama politics The U.S. Army said Friday it would open Sarah Palin's appearance on Fort Bragg to media, a reversal from earlier in the week when the military wanted the event closed out of fears it would prompt political grandstanding against President Barack Obama., The U.S. Army said Friday it would open Sarah Palin's appearance on Fort Bragg to media, a reversal from earlier in the week when the military wanted the event closed out of fears it would prompt political grandstanding against President Barack Obama. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/kenyan-draft-constitution-to-avoid-repeat-of-election-violence-unveiled-referendum-in-2010-70618472.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:20:03Z Kenyan draft constitution to avoid repeat of election violence unveiled; referendum in 2010 A government-appointed panel this week unveiled a draft constitution that is part of wide-ranging efforts to avoid a repeat of political violence that saw more than 1,000 people killed after Kenya's December 2007 presidential elections., A government-appointed panel this week unveiled a draft constitution that is part of wide-ranging efforts to avoid a repeat of political violence that saw more than 1,000 people killed after Kenya's December 2007 presidential elections. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/german-rail-operator-deutsche-bahn-wins-euro17-billion-contract-to-build-qatar-rail-network-70618192.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:15:23Z German rail operator Deutsche Bahn wins euro17 billion contract to build Qatar rail network Germany's national railway operator Deutsche Bahn AG has won a euro17 billion ($26 billion) contract to build a railroad network in Qatar, the German Minister for Traffic said Friday., Germany's national railway operator Deutsche Bahn AG has won a euro17 billion ($26 billion) contract to build a railroad network in Qatar, the German Minister for Traffic said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/customs-agents-seize-316000-bongs-disguised-as-christmas-ornaments-in-la-70617452.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:10:10Z Customs agents seize 316,000 bongs disguised as Christmas ornaments in LA Customs officials say they got a surprise when they found 316,000 glass bongs disguised as Christmas ornaments at the Los Angeles harbor., Customs officials say they got a surprise when they found 316,000 glass bongs disguised as Christmas ornaments at the Los Angeles harbor. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/obama-drops-by-daughter-sashas-school-for-event-70615922.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:10:08Z Obama drops by daughter Sasha's school for event Fresh from his weeklong trip through Asia, President Barack Obama is taking time to catch up on dad duty., Fresh from his weeklong trip through Asia, President Barack Obama is taking time to catch up on dad duty. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/shares-of-cloud-peak-energy-drop-in-first-day-of-trading-after-raising-459-million-in-ipo-70617692.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:10:03Z Shares of Cloud Peak Energy drop in first day of trading after raising $459 million in IPO Cloud Peak Energy shares are falling in their first day of trading Friday after the U.S. coal producer's initial public offering priced below expectations., Cloud Peak Energy shares are falling in their first day of trading Friday after the U.S. coal producer's initial public offering priced below expectations. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/palins-book-tour-to-include-stop-at-fort-hood-royalties-will-go-to-victims-families-70617447.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:05:08Z Palin's book tour to include stop at Fort Hood; royalties will go to victims' families Sarah Palin's tour to promote her new memoir will include a stop at Fort Hood to benefit the victims of the shooting rampage and their families., Sarah Palin's tour to promote her new memoir will include a stop at Fort Hood to benefit the victims of the shooting rampage and their families. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/eddie-cibrian-sues-life--style-over-story-claiming-he-was-cheating-on-leann-rimes-70616547.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:00:11Z Eddie Cibrian sues Life & Style over story claiming he was cheating on LeAnn Rimes Eddie Cibrian is suing Life & Style Weekly for defamation over a recent story claiming he was cheating on girlfriend LeAnn Rimes., Eddie Cibrian is suing Life & Style Weekly for defamation over a recent story claiming he was cheating on girlfriend LeAnn Rimes. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ap-impact-us-distribution-of-swine-flu-vaccine-is-uneven-confusing-complaints-abound-70616752.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:00:09Z AP IMPACT: US distribution of swine flu vaccine is uneven, confusing; complaints abound When the nation's swine flu vaccination program began in early October, health officials predicted it was going to be "messy." They were right., When the nation's swine flu vaccination program began in early October, health officials predicted it was going to be "messy." They were right. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/tv-guide-network-reaches-deal-to-continue-carriage-on-comcast-70616747.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:00:07Z TV Guide Network reaches deal to continue carriage on Comcast TV Guide Network said Friday it has agreed to continue carriage of the entertainment cable channel on Comcast Corp., TV Guide Network said Friday it has agreed to continue carriage of the entertainment cable channel on Comcast Corp. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/drowned-students-were-not-trespassing-70616742.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T07:00:05Z Drowned students were not trespassing Police say three college softball players who drowned when their sport utility vehicle went into a pond in a southwestern North Dakota pasture were not trespassing on private property., Police say three college softball players who drowned when their sport utility vehicle went into a pond in a southwestern North Dakota pasture were not trespassing on private property. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/7-days-group-ipo-prices-at-11-per-share-for-proceeds-of-1111-million-70616542.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:55:09Z 7 Days Group IPO prices at $11 per share for proceeds of $111.1 million Discount lodging chain 7 Days Group Holdings Ltd. said Friday it priced an initial public offering at the high end of its expected range., Discount lodging chain 7 Days Group Holdings Ltd. said Friday it priced an initial public offering at the high end of its expected range. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/boy-16-held-in-san-bernardino-triple-shooting-70616537.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:55:08Z Boy, 16, held in San Bernardino triple shooting A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a gang-related shooting that killed a man and wounded two others near a fire station in San Bernardino., A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a gang-related shooting that killed a man and wounded two others near a fire station in San Bernardino. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/americas-car-mart-posts-higher-fiscal-2nd-quarter-profit-as-tighter-credit-spurs-business-70616532.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:55:07Z America's Car-Mart posts higher fiscal 2nd-quarter profit as tighter credit spurs business Auto retailer America's Car-Mart Inc. reported on Friday a 61 percent higher fiscal second-quarter profit, as consumers turned to the used car market amid tighter credit restrictions., Auto retailer America's Car-Mart Inc. reported on Friday a 61 percent higher fiscal second-quarter profit, as consumers turned to the used car market amid tighter credit restrictions. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/former-cnn-chairman-top-press-aide-to-bush-among-obama-nominees-to-broadcast-board-70616517.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:55:05Z Past CNN head, Bush aide named to broadcast board President Barack Obama has nominated a former press secretary to President George W. Bush and a past chairman of CNN to the Broadcasting Board of Governors. The independent agency oversees nonmilitary international broadcasts sponsored by the federal government, including Voice of America., President Barack Obama has nominated a former press secretary to President George W. Bush and a past chairman of CNN to the Broadcasting Board of Governors. The independent agency oversees nonmilitary international broadcasts sponsored by the federal government, including Voice of America. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/german-carmaker-volkswagen-to-buy-some-assets-of-german-contract-carmaker-karmann-70610852.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:50:16Z German carmaker Volkswagen to buy some Karmann assets; unveils group investment plans German carmaker Volkswagen AG said Friday it will buy some assets of German contract carbuilder Wilhelm Karmann GmbH to create a new manufacturing subsidiary that will eventually build a new car model., German carmaker Volkswagen AG said Friday it will buy some assets of German contract carbuilder Wilhelm Karmann GmbH to create a new manufacturing subsidiary that will eventually build a new car model. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/new-mom-heidi-klum-returns-to-the-runway-x2014-wearing-lingerie-x2014-at-victorias-secret-show-70596357.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:50:11Z New mom Heidi Klum returns to the runway — wearing lingerie — at Victoria's Secret show Heidi Klum and her post-baby body led the parade at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, which returned to New York with some fresh faces after four years on the road., Heidi Klum and her post-baby body led the parade at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, which returned to New York with some fresh faces after four years on the road. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/arizona-couple-indicted-on-theft-charges-in-case-of-stolen-luggage-from-phoenix-airport-70616337.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:50:06Z Arizona couple indicted on theft charges in case of stolen luggage from Phoenix airport Authorities say an Arizona couple has been indicted in the theft of nearly 1,000 pieces of luggage from baggage claim carousels at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport., Authorities say an Arizona couple has been indicted in the theft of nearly 1,000 pieces of luggage from baggage claim carousels at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/fec-fines-fundraisers-mich-law-firm-over-donations-to-john-edwards-2004-campaign-70615972.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:50:05Z FEC fines fundraiser's Mich. law firm over donations to John Edwards' 2004 campaign A Michigan law firm has agreed to pay a $131,000 fine to resolve an investigation into donations to former Sen. John Edwards' 2004 presidential campaign., A Michigan law firm has agreed to pay a $131,000 fine to resolve an investigation into donations to former Sen. John Edwards' 2004 presidential campaign. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/native-new-yorker-irina-shabayeva-wins-project-runway-with-a-new-york-moment-70614707.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:50:04Z Native New Yorker Irina Shabayeva wins 'Project Runway' with a New York moment New York designer Irina Shabayeva's collection took the gold in "Project Runway," winning $100,000 toward her line, an agent and a trip to Paris., New York designer Irina Shabayeva's collection took the gold in "Project Runway," winning $100,000 toward her line, an agent and a trip to Paris. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/cloud-peak-energy-prices-ipo-just-shy-of-expected-range-70615967.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:45:07Z Cloud Peak Energy prices IPO just shy of expected range U.S. coal producer Cloud Peak Energy Inc. said Friday its initial public offering of 30.6 million common shares priced at $15 per share, just below its expected range., U.S. coal producer Cloud Peak Energy Inc. said Friday its initial public offering of 30.6 million common shares priced at $15 per share, just below its expected range. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/bus-company-driver-had-aneurysm-lost-consciousness-before-southern-minn-crash-that-killed-2-70615962.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:45:06Z Bus company: Driver had aneurysm, lost consciousness before southern Minn. crash that killed 2 A tour bus driver suffered a ruptured aneurysm just before the bus veered off a southern Minnesota interstate and crashed, killing two people and injuring 20, the owner of the bus company said Thursday. State officials said they couldn't confirm the aneurysm and it was too early to know the cause of the crash., A tour bus driver suffered a ruptured aneurysm just before the bus veered off a southern Minnesota interstate and crashed, killing two people and injuring 20, the owner of the bus company said Thursday. State officials said they couldn't confirm the aneurysm and it was too early to know the cause of the crash. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/global-defense-technology-set-to-begin-trading-friday-after-pricing-at-13-per-share-70615622.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:40:08Z Global Defense Technology set to begin trading Friday after pricing at $13 per share Global Defense Technology & Systems Inc. is set to begin trading Friday after pricing its shares at $13 each., Global Defense Technology & Systems Inc. is set to begin trading Friday after pricing its shares at $13 each. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/northrop-grumman-gets-50-million-training-contract-with-us-national-guard-70615612.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:40:02Z Northrop Grumman gets $50 million training contract with US National Guard Security company Northrop Grumman Corp. said Friday it received a training contract with the U.S. National Guard valued at $50 million over five years., Security company Northrop Grumman Corp. said Friday it received a training contract with the U.S. National Guard valued at $50 million over five years. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/warner-chilcott-prices-secondary-offering-of-20-million-shares-at-2225-per-share-70614722.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:35:07Z Warner Chilcott prices secondary offering of 20 million shares at $22.25 per share Warner Chilcott PLC, which makes women's health and dermatology products, said a secondary offering of 20 million shares priced at $22.25 per share., Warner Chilcott PLC, which makes women's health and dermatology products, said a secondary offering of 20 million shares priced at $22.25 per share. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/premarket-roundup-dell-profit-sales-disappoint-analysts-question-strength-of-gap-turnaround-70615302.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:35:06Z Premarket roundup: Dell profit, sales disappoint; analysts question strength of Gap turnaround Shares of Dell Inc. fell after it reported weaker-than-expected revenue and profit for the third quarter as the computer maker missed out on a fledgling rebound in technology spending., Shares of Dell Inc. fell after it reported weaker-than-expected revenue and profit for the third quarter as the computer maker missed out on a fledgling rebound in technology spending. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/austrian-officials-in-russia-for-south-stream-pipeline-discussions-70611037.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:30:08Z Austrian officials in Russia for South Stream pipeline discussions Austrian officials were in Moscow Friday to negotiate an intergovernmental agreement linked to the South Stream natural gas pipeline project., Austrian officials were in Moscow Friday to negotiate an intergovernmental agreement linked to the South Stream natural gas pipeline project. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/afghan-officials-at-least-6-killed-36-wounded-in-suicide-bombing-in-western-afghanistan-70597057.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:30:05Z 16 killed in suicide bombing in western Afghanistan; lawmaker escapes assassination near Kabul A suicide bomber killed 16 people and wounded at least 23 others Friday in a busy city square in western Afghanistan, while near Kabul a powerful former warlord narrowly escaped an assassination attempt, officials said., A suicide bomber killed 16 people and wounded at least 23 others Friday in a busy city square in western Afghanistan, while near Kabul a powerful former warlord narrowly escaped an assassination attempt, officials said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nokia-cuts-330-jobs-in-finland-denmark-to-streamline-research-and-development-unit-70607932.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:20:09Z Nokia cuts 330 jobs in Finland, Denmark to streamline research and development unit Nokia Corp., the world's largest mobile phone maker, said Friday it is axing 330 jobs at research and development units in Finland and Denmark as it continues to struggle to cut costs., Nokia Corp., the world's largest mobile phone maker, said Friday it is axing 330 jobs at research and development units in Finland and Denmark as it continues to struggle to cut costs. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/deq-documents-huge-sinclair-refinery-spill-reprised-2007-floating-tank-roof-collapse-70613842.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:20:07Z DEQ documents: Huge Sinclair Refinery spill reprised 2007 floating tank roof collapse A storage tank roof that sank at a Sinclair Oil refinery earlier this year and caused Wyoming's biggest spill in decades wasn't unprecedented: A storage tank roof also sank at the refinery in 2007., A storage tank roof that sank at a Sinclair Oil refinery earlier this year and caused Wyoming's biggest spill in decades wasn't unprecedented: A storage tank roof also sank at the refinery in 2007. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/fifa-rules-out-possibility-of-replaying-disputed-france-ireland-world-cup-qualifying-match-70606072.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:15:05Z FIFA, French federation rule out replay of France-Ireland qualifier There will be no rematch., There will be no rematch. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/nyc-foot-model-sues-upscale-apartment-co-op-claiming-mistreatment-after-marrying-doorman-70614177.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:15:04Z NYC foot model sues upscale apartment co-op, claiming mistreatment after marrying doorman A foot model in New York City is suing her upscale apartment building, claiming the co-op board is trying to force her out because she married its former doorman., A foot model in New York City is suing her upscale apartment building, claiming the co-op board is trying to force her out because she married its former doorman. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/csx-shares-slip-as-stifel-nicolaus-downgrades-railroad-saying-share-price-is-too-high-70613837.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:10:08Z CSX shares slip as Stifel, Nicolaus downgrades railroad, saying share price is too high Shares of CSX Corp. edged down in premarket trading Friday as an analyst downgraded the railroad, saying its share price has moved too high., Shares of CSX Corp. edged down in premarket trading Friday as an analyst downgraded the railroad, saying its share price has moved too high. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/wva-special-session-winds-down-with-passage-of-city-pension-relief-stimulus-bills-70613532.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:05:11Z W.Va. special session winds down with passage of city pension relief, stimulus bills Some of West Virginia's largest cities can soon freeze and gradually pay down their daunting pension funding shortfalls, after the House of Delegates sent Gov. Joe Manchin his special session relief proposal Thursday., Some of West Virginia's largest cities can soon freeze and gradually pay down their daunting pension funding shortfalls, after the House of Delegates sent Gov. Joe Manchin his special session relief proposal Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/legislative-auditors-question-spending-by-school-districts-on-vehicles-support-services-70613527.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:05:10Z Legislative auditors question spending by school districts on vehicles, support services Legislative auditors have faulted poor financial management by school districts for allowing questionable spending of public money, including the purchase of a $91,000 tow truck., Legislative auditors have faulted poor financial management by school districts for allowing questionable spending of public money, including the purchase of a $91,000 tow truck. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/taleo-seeks-to-raise-132-million-in-public-offering-of-65-million-shares-70612702.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:05:09Z Taleo seeks to raise $132 million in public offering of 6.5 million shares Recruitment agency Taleo Corp. said Friday a public stock offering could raise up to $131.6 million., Recruitment agency Taleo Corp. said Friday a public stock offering could raise up to $131.6 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/group-of-25-major-research-libraries-offers-full-text-search-to-46-million-digitized-volumes-70612887.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:00:26Z Group of 25 major research libraries offers full-text search to 4.6 million digitized volumes A group of major national research libraries says users now can search the full text of 1.6 billion pages from 4.6 million digitized volumes., A group of major national research libraries says users now can search the full text of 1.6 billion pages from 4.6 million digitized volumes. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/anntaylor-stores-reports-a-21-million-profit-in-the-3q-as-charges-decline-from-a-year-ago-70612872.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:00:13Z AnnTaylor Stores reports a $2.1 million profit in the 3Q as charges decline from a year ago Women's clothing retailer AnnTaylor Stores Corp. on Friday reported a third-quarter profit as it cut costs and booked lower restructuring charges than it did a year ago., Women's clothing retailer AnnTaylor Stores Corp. on Friday reported a third-quarter profit as it cut costs and booked lower restructuring charges than it did a year ago. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/work-progresses-on-wildlife-overpass-near-elko-70612867.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:00:09Z Work progresses on wildlife overpass near Elko State transportation officials say work should be completed by the end of the year on a $1.8 million wildlife overpass in northeast Nevada., State transportation officials say work should be completed by the end of the year on a $1.8 million wildlife overpass in northeast Nevada. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/formula-one-team-williams-sells-minority-stake-to-austrian-investment-group-70607502.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T06:00:04Z Formula One team Williams sells minority stake to Austrian investment group Frank Williams says he is not preparing to relinquish control of the Williams Formula One team despite selling a minority stake on Friday., Frank Williams says he is not preparing to relinquish control of the Williams Formula One team despite selling a minority stake on Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/analysts-gaps-heavy-advertising-may-drive-holiday-sales-but-may-also-weigh-on-profitability-70612242.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:55:04Z Analysts: Gap's heavy advertising may drive holiday sales but may also weigh on profitability Retailer Gap Inc. said its sales are improving after a tough few years, and a big advertising push this holiday season could boost sales — but analysts caution that a rebound may be bumpy given the rough retail environment., Retailer Gap Inc. said its sales are improving after a tough few years, and a big advertising push this holiday season could boost sales — but analysts caution that a rebound may be bumpy given the rough retail environment. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/mo-woman-whose-nearly-370-animals-were-seized-gets-probation-in-child-endangerment-case-70612667.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:55:03Z Mo. woman whose nearly 370 animals were seized gets probation in child endangerment case A woman who had been charged with child endangerment after almost 370 animals were seized from her Missouri farm has been placed on two years of unsupervised probation., A woman who had been charged with child endangerment after almost 370 animals were seized from her Missouri farm has been placed on two years of unsupervised probation. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dell-shares-fall-on-weaker-than-expected-3q-profit-revenue-as-turnaround-attempts-falter-70611457.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:45:09Z Dell shares fall on weaker-than-expected 3Q profit, revenue as turnaround attempts falter Shares of Dell Inc. fell Friday after it reported weaker-than-expected revenue and profit for the third quarter as the computer maker missed out on a fledgling rebound in technology spending., Shares of Dell Inc. fell Friday after it reported weaker-than-expected revenue and profit for the third quarter as the computer maker missed out on a fledgling rebound in technology spending. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/special-session-unexpectedly-extended-after-ariz-senate-narrowly-rejects-bill-to-cut-spending-70611802.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:45:08Z Special session unexpectedly extended after Ariz. Senate narrowly rejects bill to cut spending The Arizona Legislature on Thursday unexpectedly extended its special session into a second week after the Senate narrowly rejected a bill to cut funding for schools and social services when majority Republicans came up one vote short., The Arizona Legislature on Thursday unexpectedly extended its special session into a second week after the Senate narrowly rejected a bill to cut funding for schools and social services when majority Republicans came up one vote short. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/fans-arriving-for-oprah-winfrey-show-say-theyre-excited-to-hear-what-host-plans-for-future-70611592.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:40:06Z Fans arriving for `Oprah Winfrey Show' say they're excited to hear what host plans for future Fans who will be in the audience at "The Oprah Winfrey Show" say they're excited to hear the media mogul talk about her plans for the future., Fans who will be in the audience at "The Oprah Winfrey Show" say they're excited to hear the media mogul talk about her plans for the future. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ldk-solar-completes-sale-of-15-pct-stake-in-chinese-plant-for-219-million-70611467.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:25:07Z LDK Solar completes sale of 15 pct stake in Chinese plant for $219 million LDK Solar Co. Ltd., a Chinese maker of parts for solar cells, on Friday said it completed the sale of a 15 percent ownership stake in a polysilicon plant in China for about $219 million., LDK Solar Co. Ltd., a Chinese maker of parts for solar cells, on Friday said it completed the sale of a 15 percent ownership stake in a polysilicon plant in China for about $219 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/indian-tribe-sues-interior-dept-county-to-stop-resort-project-on-california-ranch-70611452.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:25:05Z Indian tribe sues Interior Dept., county to stop resort project on California ranch An Indian tribe has filed a lawsuit to stop the development of a 5,000-acre gated resort community on a sprawling ranch some 60 miles north of Los Angeles that it claims as tribal land., An Indian tribe has filed a lawsuit to stop the development of a 5,000-acre gated resort community on a sprawling ranch some 60 miles north of Los Angeles that it claims as tribal land. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/ap-impact-some-lawmakers-send-few-to-academies-70606052.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:25:02Z AP IMPACT: As military academies seek diversity, urban lawmakers often make fewest nominations As the nation's military academies try to recruit more minorities, they aren't getting much help from members of Congress from big-city districts with large numbers of blacks, Hispanics and Asians., As the nation's military academies try to recruit more minorities, they aren't getting much help from members of Congress from big-city districts with large numbers of blacks, Hispanics and Asians. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/kentuckys-2-largest-universities-expand-smoking-tobacco-bans-to-create-healthier-campuses-70611317.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:20:06Z Kentucky's 2 largest universities expand smoking, tobacco bans to create healthier campuses Kentucky's flagship public university gave the official heave-ho to tobacco on Thursday, touting the health benefits of a smoke-free policy covering all of its sprawling campus in the heart of burley tobacco country., Kentucky's flagship public university gave the official heave-ho to tobacco on Thursday, touting the health benefits of a smoke-free policy covering all of its sprawling campus in the heart of burley tobacco country. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/from-liberace-to-cruise-to-palin-oprah-winfrey-has-created-years-of-noteworthy-tv-moments-70603647.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:20:05Z From Liberace to Cruise to Palin, Oprah Winfrey has created years of noteworthy TV moments Oprah Winfrey has racked up memorable moments during her long television reign. Some were moving, some embarrassing — to her or others — and a handful became pop-culture landmarks. Here are highlights through the years:, Oprah Winfrey has racked up memorable moments during her long television reign. Some were moving, some embarrassing — to her or others — and a handful became pop-culture landmarks. Here are highlights through the years: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/former-smoker-61-to-speak-out-after-winning-300-million-fla-verdict-against-philip-morris-70610842.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:10:05Z Former smoker, 61, to speak out after winning $300 million Fla. verdict against Philip Morris A former smoker in Fort Lauderdale is speaking out about her $300 million verdict against Philip Morris., A former smoker in Fort Lauderdale is speaking out about her $300 million verdict against Philip Morris. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/serbian-police-arrest-another-suspect-in-fatal-beating-of-french-soccer-fan-in-belgrade-70610832.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:10:04Z Serbian police arrest another suspect in fatal beating of French soccer fan in Belgrade Serbian police say they have arrested another suspect in the fatal attack on a French soccer fan in Belgrade two months ago., Serbian police say they have arrested another suspect in the fatal attack on a French soccer fan in Belgrade two months ago. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/france-coach-raymond-domenech-doesnt-feel-guilty-after-thierry-henrys-handball-vs-ireland-70610802.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:10:03Z France coach Raymond Domenech doesn't feel guilty after Thierry Henry's handball vs Ireland France coach Raymond Domenech says he and his players see no reason to apologize for the Thierry Henry handball against Ireland that put the team into the World Cup., France coach Raymond Domenech says he and his players see no reason to apologize for the Thierry Henry handball against Ireland that put the team into the World Cup. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/police-say-afghan-lawmaker-survives-assassination-attempt-near-kabul-70610107.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T05:00:10Z Police say Afghan lawmaker survives assassination attempt near Kabul Afghan police say Abdul Rasul Sayyaf, a parliamentarian and powerful former warlord, has narrowly escaped an assassination attempt near Kabul., Afghan police say Abdul Rasul Sayyaf, a parliamentarian and powerful former warlord, has narrowly escaped an assassination attempt near Kabul. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/hollywood-disaster-movie-2012-draws-in-chinese-patriotic-fans-70607107.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T04:55:02Z Hollywood disaster movie '2012' draws in Chinese patriotic fans When the apocalypse comes, China will save the world., When the apocalypse comes, China will save the world. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/archipelago-learning-prices-ipo-at-1650-near-high-end-of-range-raising-103-million-70609712.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T04:45:06Z Archipelago Learning prices IPO at $16.50, near high end of range, raising $103 million Archipelago Learning Inc. is set to begin trading Friday after its initial public offering raised $103.1 million., Archipelago Learning Inc. is set to begin trading Friday after its initial public offering raised $103.1 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/woman-shot-during-service-for-slain-boyfriend-70609707.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T04:45:04Z Woman shot during service for slain boyfriend Police say a woman was shot while she attended a service at a Baltimore funeral home., Police say a woman was shot while she attended a service at a Baltimore funeral home. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/quinstreet-plans-initial-public-offering-of-250-million-shares-of-its-common-stock-70608842.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T04:25:02Z QuinStreet plans initial public offering of $250 million shares of its common stock QuinStreet Inc. plans an initial public offering of $250 million in common stock, according to a regulatory filing., QuinStreet Inc. plans an initial public offering of $250 million in common stock, according to a regulatory filing. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gap-inc-profit-soars-25-percent-in-third-quarter-as-old-navy-brand-recovers-70608632.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T04:15:04Z Gap Inc. profit soars 25 percent in third quarter as Old Navy brand recovers Shoppers spent more money at low-price Old Navy stores in the third quarter, helping Gap Inc.'s profit climb 25 percent compared with last year, the retailer said Thursday., Shoppers spent more money at low-price Old Navy stores in the third quarter, helping Gap Inc.'s profit climb 25 percent compared with last year, the retailer said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/oil-hovers-below-78-in-asia-as-investors-look-at-us-dollar-economy-70594537.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T04:00:07Z Oil edges down toward $77 in European trade amid economic uncertainty Oil prices edged down toward $77 a barrel on Friday after a drop in many stock markets and amid concern about the strength of the global economic recovery., Oil prices edged down toward $77 a barrel on Friday after a drop in many stock markets and amid concern about the strength of the global economic recovery. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/increasing-numbers-of-radical-islamic-web-sites-are-spreading-al-qaidas-message-in-english-70596342.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T04:00:03Z Increasing numbers of radical Islamic Web sites are spreading al-Qaida's message in English Increasing numbers of English-language Web sites are spreading al-Qaida's message to Muslims in the West. They translate writings and sermons once largely out of reach of English readers and often feature charismatic clerics like Anwar al-Awlaki, who exchanged dozens of e-mails with the Army psychiatrist accused of the Fort Hood shootings., Increasing numbers of English-language Web sites are spreading al-Qaida's message to Muslims in the West. They translate writings and sermons once largely out of reach of English readers and often feature charismatic clerics like Anwar al-Awlaki, who exchanged dozens of e-mails with the Army psychiatrist accused of the Fort Hood shootings. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/wva-coalfields-residents-criticize-blasting-70607887.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:55:03Z Residents of Coal River Valley in West Virginia criticize Massey Energy mining operation A group of Coal River Valley residents is speaking out about a Massey Energy Co. mining operation near Whitesville., A group of Coal River Valley residents is speaking out about a Massey Energy Co. mining operation near Whitesville. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/20-years-after-un-pact-to-protect-children-some-successes-alongside-a-long-list-of-woes-70606937.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:50:05Z 20 years after UN pact to protect children, some successes alongside a long list of woes EDITOR'S NOTE — The United Nations adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child 20 years ago Friday, yet hundreds of millions of children still suffer from violence, hunger and disease. Associated Press correspondents around the globe interviewed children who illustrate the remaining challenges, along with some victories., EDITOR'S NOTE — The United Nations adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child 20 years ago Friday, yet hundreds of millions of children still suffer from violence, hunger and disease. Associated Press correspondents around the globe interviewed children who illustrate the remaining challenges, along with some victories. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/abortion-dispute-with-catholic-bishops-could-hinder-obamas-health-care-bill-in-senate-70603027.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:45:07Z Abortion dispute with Catholic bishops could hinder Obama's health care bill in Senate The White House is on a collision course with Catholic bishops in an intractable dispute over abortion that could blow up the fragile political coalition behind President Barack Obama's health care overhaul., The White House is on a collision course with Catholic bishops in an intractable dispute over abortion that could blow up the fragile political coalition behind President Barack Obama's health care overhaul. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/american-sam-querrey-back-to-tennis-practice-after-freak-accident-overseas-70607707.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:45:06Z American Sam Querrey back to tennis practice after freak accident overseas Sam Querrey narrowly avoided a potentially career-ending injury when he shattered a glass table after practicing for a tournament in Thailand., Sam Querrey narrowly avoided a potentially career-ending injury when he shattered a glass table after practicing for a tournament in Thailand. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/sweden-arrests-2-nkorean-diplomats-on-suspicion-of-smuggling-cigarettes-70607377.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:35:03Z Sweden arrests 2 NKorean diplomats on suspicion of smuggling cigarettes Sweden says two North Korean diplomats have been arrested on suspicion of smuggling cigarettes into the Nordic country., Sweden says two North Korean diplomats have been arrested on suspicion of smuggling cigarettes into the Nordic country. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/ap-answers-your-questions-on-the-news-from-space-shuttle-complexity-to-a-credit-union-agency-70607027.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:30:06Z AP answers your questions on the news, from space shuttle complexity to a credit union agency A space shuttle is no tinker toy. But is it the most complex machine ever built?, A space shuttle is no tinker toy. But is it the most complex machine ever built? http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/train-derails-in-eastern-india-after-maoist-rebels-blow-up-track-killing-1-passenger-70604272.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:30:05Z Rebel blast derails train in eastern India, killing 2 passengers, wounding 30 A passenger train derailed after Maoist rebels blew up a key track in eastern India, killing two people and injuring at least 30 others, a police official said Friday., A passenger train derailed after Maoist rebels blew up a key track in eastern India, killing two people and injuring at least 30 others, a police official said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/french-prosecutor-appeals-acquittal-of-total-subsidiary-ex-factory-chief-in-plant-blast-70607252.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:25:04Z French prosecutor appeals acquittal of Total subsidiary, ex-factory chief in plant blast The Toulouse public prosecutor says he is appealing the acquittal of a subsidiary of French oil giant Total SA and a former factory chief in a 2001 chemical plant explosion that killed 31 people., The Toulouse public prosecutor says he is appealing the acquittal of a subsidiary of French oil giant Total SA and a former factory chief in a 2001 chemical plant explosion that killed 31 people. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/us-transportation-chief-urges-russia-to-invest-in-safer-roads-70607017.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:10:03Z US transportation chief urges Russia to invest in safer roads Russia's biggest transportation challenge is building a safe road network, the U.S. transport secretary said Friday, urging Russia to direct more funds toward that goal., Russia's biggest transportation challenge is building a safe road network, the U.S. transport secretary said Friday, urging Russia to direct more funds toward that goal. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/airasia-records-384-million-profit-in-q3-reversing-loss-in-same-quarter-last-year-70606947.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:05:09Z AirAsia records $38.4 million profit in Q3, reversing loss in same quarter last year Budget carrier AirAsia said Friday its net profit totaled 130 million ringgit ($38.4 million) in the third quarter, buoyed by rising passenger numbers and income from add-on services., Budget carrier AirAsia said Friday its net profit totaled 130 million ringgit ($38.4 million) in the third quarter, buoyed by rising passenger numbers and income from add-on services. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/sony-plans-online-service-to-be-up-next-year-connect-gadgets-build-brand-loyalty-70602582.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:05:08Z Sony plans online service to be up next year, connect gadgets, build brand loyalty Sony's new online service connecting the whole range of its gadgets to downloadable content like movies and games should help build brand loyalty, a top executive said Friday., Sony's new online service connecting the whole range of its gadgets to downloadable content like movies and games should help build brand loyalty, a top executive said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/chesterfield-ramen-noodle-plant-expands-70606942.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T03:05:05Z Chesterfield ramen noodle plant expands A ramen noodle factory in Chesterfield County is expanding., A ramen noodle factory in Chesterfield County is expanding. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/congressional-districts-with-the-fewest-military-academy-nominations-in-the-past-5-years-70606252.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:45:02Z US House districts with fewest academy nominations A list of congressional districts with the fewest military academy nominations for the classes of 2009 to 2013, the officeholders and the total nominations they have made. All 20 are Democrats from districts where whites make up less than half the population, and all but two of the districts include major urban areas., A list of congressional districts with the fewest military academy nominations for the classes of 2009 to 2013, the officeholders and the total nominations they have made. All 20 are Democrats from districts where whites make up less than half the population, and all but two of the districts include major urban areas. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/henrys-hand-of-shame-sparks-debate-on-cheating-replays-and-irish-calls-for-playoff-rerun-70605947.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:40:12Z Henry's 'Hand of Shame' sparks debate on cheating, replays and Irish calls for playoff rerun Irish soccer officials accused Thierry Henry of damaging the integrity of the game when he blatantly handled the ball to set up the goal that booked France's place at next year's World Cup in South Africa., Irish soccer officials accused Thierry Henry of damaging the integrity of the game when he blatantly handled the ball to set up the goal that booked France's place at next year's World Cup in South Africa. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/alaska-volunteers-strive-to-save-santa-letter-service-after-postal-service-puts-program-on-ice-70604237.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:40:08Z Senator: Postal Service to allow volunteers in Alaska town to write 'Dear Santa' responses North Pole elves have good reason to celebrate again, thanks to a decision by the U.S. Postal Service to resume a Santa Claus letter program that's thrilled children from around the world for decades., North Pole elves have good reason to celebrate again, thanks to a decision by the U.S. Postal Service to resume a Santa Claus letter program that's thrilled children from around the world for decades. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/tiny-elk-horn-iowa-has-plenty-of-electric-car-chargers-x2014-but-cars-might-not-make-it-to-town-70605517.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:40:04Z Tiny Elk Horn, Iowa, has plenty of electric car chargers — but cars might not make it to town Hoping to see the USA in your Chevrolet Volt or Nissan Leaf? The tiny Iowa town of Elk Horn will have plenty of electric charging stations and no wait — if you can get there., Hoping to see the USA in your Chevrolet Volt or Nissan Leaf? The tiny Iowa town of Elk Horn will have plenty of electric charging stations and no wait — if you can get there. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/gunman-opens-fire-on-pacific-island-of-saipan-5-dead-including-2-young-children-70604467.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:40:03Z Gunman opens fire on Pacific island of Saipan; 5 dead, including 2 young children A gunman went on a rampage on the Pacific resort island of Saipan on Friday, killing four people and wounding six others before fatally shooting himself, officials said., A gunman went on a rampage on the Pacific resort island of Saipan on Friday, killing four people and wounding six others before fatally shooting himself, officials said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/malaysias-economy-shrinks-19-percent-in-q3-improving-from-previous-2-quarters-70605532.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:20:07Z Malaysia's economy shrinks 1.2 percent in Q3, improving from previous 2 quarters Malaysia's economy shrank 1.2 percent in the third quarter, an improvement from the previous two quarters as the financial services and construction sectors gained strength, the government said Friday., Malaysia's economy shrank 1.2 percent in the third quarter, an improvement from the previous two quarters as the financial services and construction sectors gained strength, the government said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/serbia-announces-tender-for-landline-phone-operator-to-end-state-monopoly-70605672.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:15:05Z Serbia announces tender for landline phone operator to end state monopoly Serbia on Friday announced a tender to license a second landline phone operator to end a monopoly by state-run Telekom Serbia and improve services across the country., Serbia on Friday announced a tender to license a second landline phone operator to end a monopoly by state-run Telekom Serbia and improve services across the country. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/uk-car-production-down-67-pct-in-october-smallest-year-on-year-drop-of-2009-70605667.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:15:04Z UK car production down 6.7 pct in October, smallest year-on-year drop of 2009 U.K. car production was down 6.7 percent in October compared to a year ago, the smallest year-on-year drop of 2009, an industry group said Friday., U.K. car production was down 6.7 percent in October compared to a year ago, the smallest year-on-year drop of 2009, an industry group said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/german-october-producer-prices-fall-76-percent-compared-with-october-2008-70605527.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:10:11Z German October producer prices fall 7.6 percent compared with October 2008 German producer prices fell 7.6 percent in the year to October, due mainly to cheaper fuel and energy, but were unchanged from September, official data showed Friday., German producer prices fell 7.6 percent in the year to October, due mainly to cheaper fuel and energy, but were unchanged from September, official data showed Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/the-nations-weather-70605522.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T02:10:10Z The nation's weather New England was expected to see another dreary day, while the Pacific Northwest remains under wintry conditions on Friday., New England was expected to see another dreary day, while the Pacific Northwest remains under wintry conditions on Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/rusty-wallace-racing-to-move-from-chevrolet-to-toyota-in-2010-70604797.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T01:55:04Z Rusty Wallace Racing to move from Chevrolet to Toyota in 2010 Rusty Wallace Racing is moving its Nationwide Series team from Chevrolet to Toyota next season., Rusty Wallace Racing is moving its Nationwide Series team from Chevrolet to Toyota next season. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/cleanup-after-washington-landslide-moves-forward-with-effort-to-save-stranded-fish-70604482.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T01:55:03Z Cleanup after Washington landslide moves forward with effort to save stranded fish A gigantic landslide that buried a highway, uprooted homes and rerouted a river in Washington state's Cascade Range left hundreds of smaller victims: fish., A gigantic landslide that buried a highway, uprooted homes and rerouted a river in Washington state's Cascade Range left hundreds of smaller victims: fish. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/san-franciscos-public-option-x2014-a-city-run-health-care-program-x2014-informs-national-debate-70604477.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T01:45:06Z San Francisco's 'public option' - a city-run health care program - informs national debate This city did not wait for Washington's health care overhaul. Most uninsured adults here are already reaping the benefits of a government-run health care program — seeing doctors, filling prescriptions, and getting surgeries they could not otherwise afford., This city did not wait for Washington's health care overhaul. Most uninsured adults here are already reaping the benefits of a government-run health care program — seeing doctors, filling prescriptions, and getting surgeries they could not otherwise afford. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/buffalo-defeats-navy-63-53-70604617.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T01:45:05Z Buffalo defeats Navy 63-53 Calvin Betts scored 12 points, grabbed eight rebounds and had four steals in Buffalo's 63-53 win over Navy on Thursday night., Calvin Betts scored 12 points, grabbed eight rebounds and had four steals in Buffalo's 63-53 win over Navy on Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/chinas-cnpc-agrees-to-expand-sudan-refinery-swap-oil-production-assets-70604492.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T01:40:09Z China's CNPC agrees to expand Sudan refinery, swap oil production assets China National Petroleum Corp., the country's biggest oil and gas producer, said Friday it has signed agreements with Sudan to expand a refinery and swap oil production assets., China National Petroleum Corp., the country's biggest oil and gas producer, said Friday it has signed agreements with Sudan to expand a refinery and swap oil production assets. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/top-south-korean-model-found-dead-at-paris-apartment-cause-of-death-under-investigation-70598012.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T01:35:04Z French police: Top South Korean model found hanged in Paris apartment, suicide thought likely A 20-year-old top South Korean model who was a fashion week regular in New York, Milan and Paris has been found hanged in her Paris apartment, a police official said Friday., A 20-year-old top South Korean model who was a fashion week regular in New York, Milan and Paris has been found hanged in her Paris apartment, a police official said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/free-clinics-staged-in-states-where-senators-are-targeted-on-health-care-votes-70603337.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T01:20:03Z Free clinics staged in states where senators are targeted on health care votes A nonprofit group's campaign to hold free medical clinics for the uninsured in three states is turning into a not-so-subtle jab at moderate Democrats to support their party's efforts to reform health care., A nonprofit group's campaign to hold free medical clinics for the uninsured in three states is turning into a not-so-subtle jab at moderate Democrats to support their party's efforts to reform health care. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/taiwan-designer-uses-recycled-newspaper-to-make-shoes-bags-70596942.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T01:10:07Z Taiwanese fashion designer uses recycled newspaper to make shoes, bags Confronted with an ever-growing pile of old newspapers, Taiwanese fashion designer Colin Lin came up with the idea of using them to make shoes and tote bags for her environmentally friendly footwear company., Confronted with an ever-growing pile of old newspapers, Taiwanese fashion designer Colin Lin came up with the idea of using them to make shoes and tote bags for her environmentally friendly footwear company. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/asian-stock-markets-mostly-fall-as-signs-of-weak-global-economic-recovery-pile-up-70597072.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:55:07Z Downbeat Dell statement weighs on world markets at end of mixed economic, corporate week World stock markets fell Friday amid mounting concerns about the pace of the U.S. economic recovery following a disappointing earnings update from computer maker Dell Inc., World stock markets fell Friday amid mounting concerns about the pace of the U.S. economic recovery following a disappointing earnings update from computer maker Dell Inc. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/japans-central-bank-keeps-key-interest-rate-unchanged-upgrades-economic-assessment-70596682.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:50:08Z Japanese government warns that falling prices, high joblessness could drag on recovery Japan's government highlighted the danger of deflation for the first time in three years Friday, warning that falling prices and a further worsening of the labor market could drag on the weak recovery., Japan's government highlighted the danger of deflation for the first time in three years Friday, warning that falling prices and a further worsening of the labor market could drag on the weak recovery. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/china-shares-mixed-on-electricity-price-increase-end-week-up-38-pct-resources-fall-70603022.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:50:04Z China shares mixed on electricity price increase, end week up 3.8 pct; resources fall Chinese shares ended mixed Friday after a five-day rally on electricity price increases, but finished the week up 3.8 percent., Chinese shares ended mixed Friday after a five-day rally on electricity price increases, but finished the week up 3.8 percent. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/euro-higher-to-14913-in-european-morning-trade-as-us-economy-shows-signs-of-weakness-70602677.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:35:08Z Euro higher to $1.4913 in European morning trade as US economy shows signs of weakness The euro rose against the dollar Friday after reports out of the U.S. on employment and housing raised further fears that the economy would continue to be weak into 2010., The euro rose against the dollar Friday after reports out of the U.S. on employment and housing raised further fears that the economy would continue to be weak into 2010. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/china-raises-nonresidential-electricity-rates-more-hikes-planned-to-promote-energy-saving-70601382.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:35:07Z China raises nonresidential electricity rates; more hikes planned, to promote energy saving China raised electricity rates for businesses and industries Friday, part of a long-term effort to adjust prices to reflect costs and promote energy saving as the country struggles to meet soaring demand., China raised electricity rates for businesses and industries Friday, part of a long-term effort to adjust prices to reflect costs and promote energy saving as the country struggles to meet soaring demand. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/french-foreign-minister-tours-afghan-village-meets-tribal-leaders-to-discuss-aid-70601542.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:35:03Z French foreign minister tours Afghan village, meets tribal leaders to discuss aid France's foreign minister walked into a remote Afghan village on Friday to talk with small farmers and local tribal leaders about how to bypass corrupt officials and bring aid directly to those who need it., France's foreign minister walked into a remote Afghan village on Friday to talk with small farmers and local tribal leaders about how to bypass corrupt officials and bring aid directly to those who need it. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/michell-wie-withdraws-from-lpga-tour-championship-with-ankle-injury-70602547.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:25:12Z Michell Wie withdraws from LPGA Tour Championship with ankle injury Michelle Wie withdrew from the LPGA Tour Championship on Thursday after hobbling through her first round on a sprained left ankle., Michelle Wie withdrew from the LPGA Tour Championship on Thursday after hobbling through her first round on a sprained left ankle. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/right-hander-aaron-heilman-traded-from-cubs-to-diamondbacks-for-2-prospects-70599242.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:25:10Z Right-hander Aaron Heilman traded from Cubs to Diamondbacks for 2 prospects Reliever Aaron Heilman was acquired Thursday by the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Chicago Cubs for two minor league prospects., Reliever Aaron Heilman was acquired Thursday by the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Chicago Cubs for two minor league prospects. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/nevada-run-game-aims-for-history-in-pass-happy-wac-70602537.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:25:08Z Nevada run game aims for history in pass-happy WAC For decades, the Nevada Wolf Pack have been known for their prolific aerial attack whether in the Big West, Big Sky or now the pass-happy Western Athletic Conference., For decades, the Nevada Wolf Pack have been known for their prolific aerial attack whether in the Big West, Big Sky or now the pass-happy Western Athletic Conference. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/gasol-scores-24-in-debut-lakers-top-bulls-108-93-70597067.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:25:07Z Gasol scores 24 in debut, Lakers top Bulls 108-93 Until Thursday night, Pau Gasol had made more appearances this fall on "CSI: Miami" than in the Los Angeles Lakers' starting lineup., Until Thursday night, Pau Gasol had made more appearances this fall on "CSI: Miami" than in the Los Angeles Lakers' starting lineup. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/james-webster-jr-resigns-after-5-seasons-as-coach-at-tennessee-state-70602522.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:25:03Z James Webster Jr. resigns after 5 seasons as coach at Tennessee State James Webster Jr. has resigned as Tennessee State's football coach after five seasons., James Webster Jr. has resigned as Tennessee State's football coach after five seasons. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/irish-appeal-to-french-honor-and-fifa-demanding-playoff-replay-after-hand-ball-travesty-70602302.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:20:06Z Irish appeal to French honor and FIFA, demanding playoff replay after hand-ball 'travesty' Ireland appealed to France and FIFA on Thursday to replay their World Cup playoff after an obvious hand ball by Thierry Henry set up the deciding goal., Ireland appealed to France and FIFA on Thursday to replay their World Cup playoff after an obvious hand ball by Thierry Henry set up the deciding goal. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/japans-nikkei-index-falls-to-4-month-low-as-government-says-economy-in-deflation-70601862.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-20T00:05:02Z Japans' Nikkei index falls to 4-month low as government says economy in deflation Japan's Nikkei stock index fell to a four-month low Friday, pressured by uncertainty over the government's handling of the deflation-plagued economy., Japan's Nikkei stock index fell to a four-month low Friday, pressured by uncertainty over the government's handling of the deflation-plagued economy. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/honduras-interim-president-may-leave-temporarily-to-allow-voters-to-concentrate-on-election-70601447.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T23:50:03Z Honduras interim president may leave temporarily to allow voters to concentrate on election Honduras' interim president said Thursday he may step down temporarily to allow voters to concentrate on the upcoming presidential elections., Honduras' interim president said Thursday he may step down temporarily to allow voters to concentrate on the upcoming presidential elections. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/suspected-socal-robber-who-held-child-arrested-70599607.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T23:30:03Z Suspected SoCal robber who held child arrested Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies say tips from the public helped lead to the arrest of a suspect who allegedly robbed a man outside a convenience store while holding a 3-year-old boy in his arms., Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies say tips from the public helped lead to the arrest of a suspect who allegedly robbed a man outside a convenience store while holding a 3-year-old boy in his arms. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/leonardo-da-vinci-exhibition-of-futuristic-inventions-opens-in-new-yorks-times-square-70598367.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T23:20:04Z Leonardo da Vinci exhibition of futuristic inventions opens in New York's Times Square An interactive exhibit featuring life-size models of Leonardo da Vinci's 500-year-old inventions and machines is opening in New York City's Times Square., An interactive exhibit featuring life-size models of Leonardo da Vinci's 500-year-old inventions and machines is opening in New York City's Times Square. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/south-korean-official-gunman-opens-fire-on-pacific-resort-island-of-saipan-5-dead-70599097.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T23:15:03Z Gunman opens fire on Pacific island of Saipan; 5 dead, including 2 young children A gunman went on a rampage on the Pacific resort island of Saipan on Friday, killing four people and wounding six others before fatally shooting himself, officials said., A gunman went on a rampage on the Pacific resort island of Saipan on Friday, killing four people and wounding six others before fatally shooting himself, officials said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/niedermayers-ot-goal-lifts-ducks-70596542.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T23:05:05Z Niedermayer's OT goal lifts Ducks After blowing a three-goal lead, the Anaheim Ducks needed someone to come to the rescue., After blowing a three-goal lead, the Anaheim Ducks needed someone to come to the rescue. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/redhawks-stun-fresno-state-85-84-70594552.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T23:00:05Z Seattle stuns Fresno State 85-84 Cervante' Burrell was never the first option and wasn't again in the final seconds on Thursday night., Cervante' Burrell was never the first option and wasn't again in the final seconds on Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/austin-leads-uc-riverside-past-la-verne-87-71-70596822.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T22:25:03Z Austin leads UC Riverside past La Verne 87-71 Kyle Austin scored 25 points and pulled down 11 rebounds to pace UC Riverside past La Verne 87-71 Thursday night., Kyle Austin scored 25 points and pulled down 11 rebounds to pace UC Riverside past La Verne 87-71 Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/south-korean-foreign-minister-rules-out-renegotiating-us-trade-deal-70596802.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T22:20:04Z South Korean foreign minister rules out renegotiating US trade deal South Korea's foreign minister ruled out Friday additional negotiations with the United States over a free trade agreement, a day after presidents of the two countries vowed cooperation to push the stalled deal forward., South Korea's foreign minister ruled out Friday additional negotiations with the United States over a free trade agreement, a day after presidents of the two countries vowed cooperation to push the stalled deal forward. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/mass-animal-sacrifice-festival-to-go-ahead-in-southern-nepal-despite-protests-70596797.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T22:20:03Z Mass animal sacrifice festival to go ahead in southern Nepal despite protests A Hindu festival in which hundreds of thousands of animals are expected to be sacrificed will go ahead as scheduled in southern Nepal despite protests, organizers said Friday., A Hindu festival in which hundreds of thousands of animals are expected to be sacrificed will go ahead as scheduled in southern Nepal despite protests, organizers said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/to-keep-interest-rates-lower-citi-credit-card-holders-must-spend-70596672.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T22:15:06Z To keep interest rates lower, Citi credit card holders must spend For Citibank credit card holders, there is one way to escape the bank's rate hikes currently under way: Meet a monthly spending requirement., For Citibank credit card holders, there is one way to escape the bank's rate hikes currently under way: Meet a monthly spending requirement. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/camp-pendleton-marines-honor-copter-crash-victims-70596552.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T22:10:05Z Camp Pendleton Marines honor copter crash victims About 300 people gathered at Camp Pendleton's chapel to honor two Marines who were killed in a collision with a Coast Guard airplane off the San Diego coast., About 300 people gathered at Camp Pendleton's chapel to honor two Marines who were killed in a collision with a Coast Guard airplane off the San Diego coast. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/military-experiment-seeks-to-predict-ptsd-70596547.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T22:10:04Z Military experiment seeks to predict PTSD Two days before shipping off to war, Marine Pfc. Jesse Sheets sat inside a trailer in the Mojave Desert, his gaze fixed on a computer that flashed a rhythmic pulse of contrasting images., Two days before shipping off to war, Marine Pfc. Jesse Sheets sat inside a trailer in the Mojave Desert, his gaze fixed on a computer that flashed a rhythmic pulse of contrasting images. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/fresno-mayor-proposes-cutting-125-job-70596532.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T22:10:02Z Fresno mayor proposes cutting 125 job Job cuts and closing two fire stations are being considered as Fresno officials move to cut nearly $28 million from the city's budget over the next 18 months., Job cuts and closing two fire stations are being considered as Fresno officials move to cut nearly $28 million from the city's budget over the next 18 months. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/7-charged-in-alleged-securities-and-mortgage-scam-70596372.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T22:05:16Z 7 charged in alleged securities and mortgage scam State and federal prosecutors have charged seven people in an alleged securities scam that cheated dozens of people out of $17 million., State and federal prosecutors have charged seven people in an alleged securities scam that cheated dozens of people out of $17 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/pentagon-chief-says-afghan-troop-increase-could-swiftly-follow-obama-announcement-70596367.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T22:05:14Z Pentagon chief says Afghan troop increase could swiftly follow Obama announcement Defense Secretary Robert Gates said any new U.S. forces President Barack Obama sends to Afghanistan could move into the country swiftly, despite logistical hassles that force almost all major deliveries of troops and supplies to go by air., Defense Secretary Robert Gates said any new U.S. forces President Barack Obama sends to Afghanistan could move into the country swiftly, despite logistical hassles that force almost all major deliveries of troops and supplies to go by air. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/u-m-president-coleman-sidesteps-questions-about-audit-of-football-programs-practice-time-70589592.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:55:09Z U-M president Coleman sidesteps questions about audit of football program's practice time University of Michigan president Mary Sue Coleman did not make herself available to answer questions following a Board of Regents meeting Thursday in which an internal audit of the school's football program practice time was on the agenda., University of Michigan president Mary Sue Coleman did not make herself available to answer questions following a Board of Regents meeting Thursday in which an internal audit of the school's football program practice time was on the agenda. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/hawaii-marine-monument-to-welcome-teachers-community-leaders-to-spread-word-70592952.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:55:09Z Hawaii marine monument to welcome teachers, community leaders to spread word Managers of the nation's largest single conservation area are offering up to 12 teachers and community leaders an opportunity to spend a week in the pristine reserve north of Hawaii., Managers of the nation's largest single conservation area are offering up to 12 teachers and community leaders an opportunity to spend a week in the pristine reserve north of Hawaii. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/competency-hearing-in-honolulu-opens-in-federal-court-for-man-accused-of-spying-for-china-70586772.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:55:07Z Competency hearing opens in federal court for former Maui engineer accused of spying for China A former B-2 stealth bomber engineer accused of spying for China suffers from narcissistic personality disorder, expert witnesses for the prosecution and the defense testified in federal court Thursday., A former B-2 stealth bomber engineer accused of spying for China suffers from narcissistic personality disorder, expert witnesses for the prosecution and the defense testified in federal court Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/south-korean-foreign-minister-rules-out-renegotiating-us-trade-deal-70594462.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:55:06Z South Korean foreign minister rules out renegotiating US trade deal South Korea's foreign minister ruled out Friday additional negotiations with the United States over a free trade agreement, a day after presidents of the two countries vowed cooperation to push the stalled deal forward., South Korea's foreign minister ruled out Friday additional negotiations with the United States over a free trade agreement, a day after presidents of the two countries vowed cooperation to push the stalled deal forward. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/redhawks-stun-fresno-state-85-84-70594457.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:55:05Z Redhawks stun Fresno State 85-84 Cervante' Burrell scored on a baseline reverse with 8.3 seconds left, then came up with a steal on the final Fresno State possession, and Seattle capped a night honoring Hall of Famer Elgin Baylor with a frantic 85-84 win over the Bulldogs on Thursday night., Cervante' Burrell scored on a baseline reverse with 8.3 seconds left, then came up with a steal on the final Fresno State possession, and Seattle capped a night honoring Hall of Famer Elgin Baylor with a frantic 85-84 win over the Bulldogs on Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/niedermayers-ot-goal-lifts-ducks-70594362.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:55:04Z Niedermayer's OT goal lifts Ducks Scott Niedermayer scored a power-play goal 52 seconds into overtime and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday night after blowing a three-goal lead., Scott Niedermayer scored a power-play goal 52 seconds into overtime and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday night after blowing a three-goal lead. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/mass-animal-sacrifice-festival-to-go-ahead-in-southern-nepal-despite-protests-70594452.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:55:03Z Mass animal sacrifice festival to go ahead in southern Nepal despite protests A Hindu festival in which hundreds of thousands of animals are expected to be sacrificed will go ahead as scheduled in southern Nepal despite protests, organizers said Friday., A Hindu festival in which hundreds of thousands of animals are expected to be sacrificed will go ahead as scheduled in southern Nepal despite protests, organizers said Friday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/stanford-uses-balanced-offense-to-rout-pepperdine-70592332.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:50:04Z Stanford uses balanced offense to rout Pepperdine Tara VanDerveer points to Stanford star Jayne Appel and the legacy she wants to leave. The coach also singles out Nnemkadi Ogwumike and the sophomore's strides., Tara VanDerveer points to Stanford star Jayne Appel and the legacy she wants to leave. The coach also singles out Nnemkadi Ogwumike and the sophomore's strides. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/san-diego-state-routs-santa-clara-70593167.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:45:03Z San Diego State routs Santa Clara Billy White scored 17 points and San Diego State used an 18-0 run in the second half to rout Santa Clara 86-53 on Thursday night in the West Coast Classic., Billy White scored 17 points and San Diego State used an 18-0 run in the second half to rout Santa Clara 86-53 on Thursday night in the West Coast Classic. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/power-failure-suspends-pacific-northern-arizona-70592022.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:35:04Z Power failure suspends Pacific-Northern Arizona An outage that left 1,300 homes in west Flagstaff without power caused the suspension of the Pacific-Northern Arizona game Thursday night., An outage that left 1,300 homes in west Flagstaff without power caused the suspension of the Pacific-Northern Arizona game Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dell-profit-falls-54-pct-amid-slump-that-has-cut-its-ranking-to-no-3-pc-maker-70542572.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:25:08Z Dell's profit, stock drop on signs company isn't fully benefiting from industry recovery Some of the computer-industry's biggest players — such as IBM Corp., Intel Corp. and Hewlett-Packard Co. — have wowed Wall Street this fall with stronger-than-expected profits., Some of the computer-industry's biggest players — such as IBM Corp., Intel Corp. and Hewlett-Packard Co. — have wowed Wall Street this fall with stronger-than-expected profits. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/china-holds-mistreats-us-geologist-for-2-years-on-state-secrets-charges-over-a-database-70457302.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:25:07Z AP NewsBreak: China holds, mistreats US geologist for 2 years on state secrets charges Sometime into his long detention by China's feared state security agents, American geologist Xue Feng had something to show U.S. consular officials on their monthly visit. He rolled up his sleeve, revealing the burns where his interrogators pressed lit cigarettes into his arm., Sometime into his long detention by China's feared state security agents, American geologist Xue Feng had something to show U.S. consular officials on their monthly visit. He rolled up his sleeve, revealing the burns where his interrogators pressed lit cigarettes into his arm. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/latin-american-art-decorates-the-big-apple-breaking-down-cultural-stereotypes-70586717.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:25:03Z Latin American art decorates the Big Apple, breaking down cultural stereotypes The only art fair in the United States featuring works exclusively from Latin American artists is under way in New York and drawing artists, collectors and museum representatives from around the world to the PINTA art fair., The only art fair in the United States featuring works exclusively from Latin American artists is under way in New York and drawing artists, collectors and museum representatives from around the world to the PINTA art fair. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/berkeley-man-charged-in-shooting-of-danville-boy-70593157.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:15:03Z Berkeley man charged in shooting of Danville boy A Berkeley man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting earlier this year of a 17-year-old Danville boy., A Berkeley man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting earlier this year of a 17-year-old Danville boy. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/military-experiment-seeks-to-predict-ptsd-70592947.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T21:10:08Z Military experiment seeks to predict PTSD Two days before shipping off to war, Marine Pfc. Jesse Sheets sat inside a trailer in the Mojave Desert, his gaze fixed on a computer that flashed a rhythmic pulse of contrasting images., Two days before shipping off to war, Marine Pfc. Jesse Sheets sat inside a trailer in the Mojave Desert, his gaze fixed on a computer that flashed a rhythmic pulse of contrasting images. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/japans-central-bank-keeps-key-interest-rate-unchanged-at-01-percent-70589792.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:55:08Z Japan's central bank keeps key interest rate unchanged, upgrades economic assessment Japan's central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged at 0.1 percent Friday and upgraded its assessment of the world's second largest economy because of an improvement in exports., Japan's central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged at 0.1 percent Friday and upgraded its assessment of the world's second largest economy because of an improvement in exports. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/to-keep-interest-rates-lower-citi-credit-card-holders-must-spend-70566847.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:55:04Z To keep interest rates lower, Citi credit card holders must spend For Citibank credit card holders, there is one way to escape the bank's rate hikes currently under way: Meet a monthly spending requirement., For Citibank credit card holders, there is one way to escape the bank's rate hikes currently under way: Meet a monthly spending requirement. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/jardine-leads-cuse-to-95-73-win-over-no-13-cal-70585402.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:50:09Z Jardine leads 'Cuse to 95-73 win over No. 13 Cal Jim Boeheim walked into the postgame interview room and settled into a chair, hunching over with his chin tucked into his hand. When he finally spoke, the first words out of his mouth probably sent a shiver through Syracuse's future opponents., Jim Boeheim walked into the postgame interview room and settled into a chair, hunching over with his chin tucked into his hand. When he finally spoke, the first words out of his mouth probably sent a shiver through Syracuse's future opponents. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/nyc-rare-stamp-auction-raises-32-million-for-smithsonian-natl-postal-museum-70592182.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:50:05Z NYC rare stamp auction raises $3.2 million for Smithsonian Nat'l Postal Museum A New York City gallery has auctioned over 200 rare postage stamps to raise $3.2 million for the Smithsonian National Postal Museum in Washington, D.C., A New York City gallery has auctioned over 200 rare postage stamps to raise $3.2 million for the Smithsonian National Postal Museum in Washington, D.C. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/taiwan-designer-uses-recycled-newspaper-to-make-shoes-bags-70592027.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:45:14Z Taiwan designer uses recycled newspaper to make shoes, bags Confronted with an ever-growing pile of old newspapers, Taiwanese fashion designer Colin Lin came up with the idea of using them to make shoes and tote bags for her environmentally friendly footwear company., Confronted with an ever-growing pile of old newspapers, Taiwanese fashion designer Colin Lin came up with the idea of using them to make shoes and tote bags for her environmentally friendly footwear company. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/recall-fresh--easy-pumpkin-cheesecake-pies-70592012.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:45:09Z Recall: Fresh & Easy pumpkin cheesecake pies Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market has recalled some pumpkin cheesecake pies because they may contain pecans that were not declared on the products' packaging., Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market has recalled some pumpkin cheesecake pies because they may contain pecans that were not declared on the products' packaging. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/wall-street-journal-best-sellers-70592002.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:45:03Z WALL STREET JOURNAL BEST-SELLERS FICTION, FICTION http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/key-un-committee-approves-resolution-criticizing-widespread-human-rights-violations-in-nkorea-70568562.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:40:08Z Key UN committee approves resolution criticizing widespread human rights violations in NKorea A key U.N. committee expressed "very serious concern" Thursday at widespread reports of torture and other grave human rights violations in North Korea and strongly urged the government to put an end to the violations., A key U.N. committee expressed "very serious concern" Thursday at widespread reports of torture and other grave human rights violations in North Korea and strongly urged the government to put an end to the violations. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/wall-street-journal-best-sellers-70591157.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:40:05Z WALL STREET JOURNAL BEST-SELLERS FICTION, FICTION http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/honduras-interim-president-to-step-down-temporarily-to-allow-voters-to-concentrate-on-election-70584127.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:35:07Z Honduras interim president to step down temporarily to allow voters to concentrate on election Honduras' interim president announced Thursday he will step down temporarily to allow voters to concentrate on the upcoming presidential elections., Honduras' interim president announced Thursday he will step down temporarily to allow voters to concentrate on the upcoming presidential elections. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/former-ceo-of-bricsnet-fm-america-held-after-grand-jury-indicts-him-on-embezzlement-charges-70590462.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:30:06Z Former CEO of Bricsnet FM America held after grand jury indicts him on embezzlement charges The former head of San Francisco software company is being held without bail after a federal grand jury indicted him on embezzlement charges., The former head of San Francisco software company is being held without bail after a federal grand jury indicted him on embezzlement charges. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/old-dominion-routs-liberty-73-41-70590932.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:25:05Z Old Dominion routs Liberty 73-41 Keyon Carter tied a career high with 17 points and Old Dominion defeated Liberty 73-41 on Thursday night., Keyon Carter tied a career high with 17 points and Old Dominion defeated Liberty 73-41 on Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/usa-today-best-sellers-70590922.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:25:04Z USA TODAY BEST-SELLERS Key: F-Fiction; NF-Nonfiction; H-Hardcover; P-Paperback, Key: F-Fiction; NF-Nonfiction; H-Hardcover; P-Paperback http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/publishers-weekly-best-sellers-70537497.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:25:03Z PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS HARDCOVER FICTION, HARDCOVER FICTION http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/high-roller-files-civil-suit-against-harrahs-70585602.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:20:10Z High-roller files civil suit against Harrah's A Nebraska philanthropist facing criminal charges stemming from almost $15 million in Las Vegas gambling debts moved Thursday to turn the tables against casino giant Harrah's Entertainment., A Nebraska philanthropist facing criminal charges stemming from almost $15 million in Las Vegas gambling debts moved Thursday to turn the tables against casino giant Harrah's Entertainment. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/americas-cup-challenger-pleased-with-ruling-70563782.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:20:09Z America's Cup challenger pleased with ruling America's Cup challenger BMW Oracle Racing claimed a court victory on Thursday when a New York judge adopted the unanimous recommendations of three experts regarding technical issues for February's showdown against two-time defending champion Alinghi of Switzerland., America's Cup challenger BMW Oracle Racing claimed a court victory on Thursday when a New York judge adopted the unanimous recommendations of three experts regarding technical issues for February's showdown against two-time defending champion Alinghi of Switzerland. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/oprah-winfreys-production-company-says-shell-announce-friday-that-her-show-will-end-in-2011-70568102.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:20:04Z Oprah Winfrey's production company says she'll announce Friday that her show will end in 2011 "The Oprah Winfrey Show," an iconic broadcast that grew over two decades into a daytime television powerhouse and the foundation of a multibillion-dollar media empire, will end its run in 2011 after 25 seasons on the air, Winfrey's production company said Thursday night., "The Oprah Winfrey Show," an iconic broadcast that grew over two decades into a daytime television powerhouse and the foundation of a multibillion-dollar media empire, will end its run in 2011 after 25 seasons on the air, Winfrey's production company said Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/republican-advisers-say-giuliani-leaning-toward-senate-bid-instead-of-governors-race-70567387.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:15:04Z Republican advisers say Giuliani leaning toward Senate bid instead of governor's race Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is leaning toward running for the U.S. Senate rather than making a bid for governor, two Republican advisers said Thursday., Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is leaning toward running for the U.S. Senate rather than making a bid for governor, two Republican advisers said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/new-mom-heidi-klum-returns-to-the-runway-x2014-wearing-lingerie-x2014-at-victorias-secret-show-70588267.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:10:08Z New mom Heidi Klum returns to the runway - wearing lingerie - at Victoria's Secret show Heidi Klum and her post-baby body led the parade at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, which returned to New York with some fresh faces after four years on the road., Heidi Klum and her post-baby body led the parade at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, which returned to New York with some fresh faces after four years on the road. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/philip-morris-ordered-to-pay-fla-woman-300-million-largest-award-yet-among-states-cases-70571027.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:00:18Z Philip Morris ordered to pay Fla. woman $300 million; largest award yet among state's cases A South Florida jury on Thursday ordered Philip Morris USA to pay $300 million to a former smoker, agreeing that the tobacco company's negligence was the cause of her emphysema., A South Florida jury on Thursday ordered Philip Morris USA to pay $300 million to a former smoker, agreeing that the tobacco company's negligence was the cause of her emphysema. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/house-votes-to-block-medicare-cuts-to-doctors-republicans-see-a-payoff-to-the-ama-70553442.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:00:13Z House votes to block Medicare cuts to doctors, Republicans see a payoff to the AMA The Democratic-controlled House voted Thursday to add more than $200 billion to the deficit to prevent steep Medicare payment cuts to doctors, a move Republicans denounced as a political payoff., The Democratic-controlled House voted Thursday to add more than $200 billion to the deficit to prevent steep Medicare payment cuts to doctors, a move Republicans denounced as a political payoff. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/stefanie-spielman-wife-of-ohio-state-and-nfl-star-dies-at-42-after-long-battle-with-cancer-70582382.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:00:12Z Stefanie Spielman, wife of Ohio State and NFL star, dies at 42 after long battle with cancer Stefanie Spielman, the wife of NFL and Ohio State star Chris Spielman who led a public fight against breast cancer, died Thursday after a lengthy battle with the disease. She was 42., Stefanie Spielman, the wife of NFL and Ohio State star Chris Spielman who led a public fight against breast cancer, died Thursday after a lengthy battle with the disease. She was 42. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/70589782.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T20:00:10Z Obituaries in the news Jeanne-Claude, Jeanne-Claude http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/reid-objects-to-emergency-exercise-set-for-vegas-70575857.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:55:06Z Reid objects to emergency exercise set for Vegas Nevada Democratic Sen. Harry Reid has sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano asking her to reconsider plans for an emergency exercise in Las Vegas., Nevada Democratic Sen. Harry Reid has sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano asking her to reconsider plans for an emergency exercise in Las Vegas. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/no-1-kansas-uses-big-first-half-run-balanced-scoring-to-roll-94-44-over-central-arkansas-70588272.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:55:04Z No. 1 Kansas uses big first-half run, balanced scoring to roll 94-44 over Central Arkansas Tyrel Reed hit four 3-pointers for 12 points and No. 1 Kansas scored 23 straight points in the first half to overwhelm Central Arkansas 94-44 Thursday night., Tyrel Reed hit four 3-pointers for 12 points and No. 1 Kansas scored 23 straight points in the first half to overwhelm Central Arkansas 94-44 Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/obama-answers-top-cuban-dissident-blogger-says-cuban-govt-must-change-to-improve-relations-70525272.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:50:05Z Obama answers top Cuban dissident blogger, says Cuban gov't must change to improve relations President Barack Obama has answered questions submitted by a celebrated Cuban blogger, saying he isn't interested in "talking for the sake of talking" with Raul Castro and indicating he won't visit the island until the communist government changes its ways., President Barack Obama has answered questions submitted by a celebrated Cuban blogger, saying he isn't interested in "talking for the sake of talking" with Raul Castro and indicating he won't visit the island until the communist government changes its ways. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/harangodys-29-paces-nd-to-82-62-victory-70585837.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:50:04Z Harangody's 29 paces ND to 82-62 victory Notre Dame coach Mike Brey called a play to start the second half in an effort to get Ben Hansbrough going. It worked., Notre Dame coach Mike Brey called a play to start the second half in an effort to get Ben Hansbrough going. It worked. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/la-gang-member-sentenced-for-fatal-shooting-70589407.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:50:03Z LA gang member sentenced for fatal shooting A Los Angeles gang member has been sentenced to 82 years to life in prison for the murder of a 14-year-old girl and the attempted murder of a motorist., A Los Angeles gang member has been sentenced to 82 years to life in prison for the murder of a 14-year-old girl and the attempted murder of a motorist. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/former-ceo-of-bricsnet-indicted-for-embezzlement-70589147.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:45:09Z Former CEO of Bricsnet indicted for embezzlement The former head of San Francisco software company is being held without bail after a federal grand jury indicted him on embezzlement charges., The former head of San Francisco software company is being held without bail after a federal grand jury indicted him on embezzlement charges. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/tv-reports-say-bomb-hits-courthouse-in-northwestern-pakistani-city-causalities-feared-70436607.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:45:08Z Blast kills 2 officers in Pakistan day after courthouse bombing kills 19 and wounds 51 A blast early Friday killed two police offers a day after a suicide bomber killed 19 people outside a courthouse in northwestern Pakistan, the latest attacks in an onslaught by Islamist militants retaliating against an army offensive near the Afghan border., A blast early Friday killed two police offers a day after a suicide bomber killed 19 people outside a courthouse in northwestern Pakistan, the latest attacks in an onslaught by Islamist militants retaliating against an army offensive near the Afghan border. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/prosecutors-south-carolina-men-calling-themselves-3-hebrew-boys-ran-ponzi-scheme-70586487.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:40:03Z Prosecutors: South Carolina men, calling themselves '3 Hebrew Boys' ran Ponzi scheme Three South Carolina men accused of bilking people out of more than $80 million lied about how they would invest their money, so it doesn't matter if investors knew it was risky, prosecutors said Thursday., Three South Carolina men accused of bilking people out of more than $80 million lied about how they would invest their money, so it doesn't matter if investors knew it was risky, prosecutors said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/scott-leads-virginia-past-surprising-rider-79-46-70585082.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:35:05Z Scott leads Virginia past surprising Rider 79-46 The 17 points and nine rebounds stood out on Mike Scott's stat line for Virginia on Thursday night, but it might have been the three assists that got the most attention from first-year coach Tony Bennett and the rest of the Cavaliers., The 17 points and nine rebounds stood out on Mike Scott's stat line for Virginia on Thursday night, but it might have been the three assists that got the most attention from first-year coach Tony Bennett and the rest of the Cavaliers. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/morgan-state-beats-east-tennessee-state-72-61-70588422.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:30:07Z Morgan State beats East Tennessee State 72-61 Reggie Holmes scored a career-high 30 points and Morgan State beat East Tennessee State 72-61 on Thursday night., Reggie Holmes scored a career-high 30 points and Morgan State beat East Tennessee State 72-61 on Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/freshman-rodney-williams-puts-up-17-points-for-no-24-minnesota-in-76-51-win-over-utah-valley-70588417.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:30:04Z Freshman Rodney Williams puts up 17 points for No. 24 Minnesota in 76-51 win over Utah Valley Freshman Rodney Williams had 17 points, six rebounds and four steals in his first career start, helping 24th-ranked Minnesota pull away from Utah Valley in the second half of a 76-51 victory on Thursday., Freshman Rodney Williams had 17 points, six rebounds and four steals in his first career start, helping 24th-ranked Minnesota pull away from Utah Valley in the second half of a 76-51 victory on Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/loup-breton-wins-hollywood-park-feature-race-70586767.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:25:09Z Loup Breton wins Hollywood Park feature race Loup Breton beat Porfido by 1 3/4 lengths to win the $46,000 feature race at Hollywood Park on Thursday., Loup Breton beat Porfido by 1 3/4 lengths to win the $46,000 feature race at Hollywood Park on Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/williams-big-2nd-quarter-puts-miami-dolphins-up-14-3-on-carolina-panthers-at-halftime-70588262.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:25:06Z Williams' big 2nd quarter puts Miami Dolphins up 14-3 on Carolina Panthers at halftime Ricky Williams had a 14-yard touchdown catch and ran for a short score in the final 4 minutes of the second quarter to give the Miami Dolphins a 14-3 halftime lead against the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night., Ricky Williams had a 14-yard touchdown catch and ran for a short score in the final 4 minutes of the second quarter to give the Miami Dolphins a 14-3 halftime lead against the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/sandra-bullock-to-host-new-orleans-red-carpet-premiere-of-latest-film-the-blind-side-70533317.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:25:04Z Sandra Bullock hosts New Orleans red carpet special premiere of latest film, 'The Blind Side' Wearing a floor-length pastel striped evening gown, Sandra Bullock walked the red carpet in New Orleans Thursday for a special premiere of her latest film, "The Blind Side.", Wearing a floor-length pastel striped evening gown, Sandra Bullock walked the red carpet in New Orleans Thursday for a special premiere of her latest film, "The Blind Side." http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/colorado-qb-tyler-hansen-leaves-game-against-no-12-oklahoma-state-in-second-quarter-70585392.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:20:07Z Colorado QB Tyler Hansen returns after thumb injury against No. 12 Oklahoma State Colorado quarterback Tyler Hansen has returned after leaving the Buffaloes' game at No. 12 Oklahoma State with a right thumb injury., Colorado quarterback Tyler Hansen has returned after leaving the Buffaloes' game at No. 12 Oklahoma State with a right thumb injury. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/china-raises-nonresidential-electricity-rates-more-hikes-planned-to-promote-energy-saving-70585412.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:10:08Z China raises nonresidential electricity rates; more hikes planned, to promote energy saving China raised electricity rates for businesses and industries Friday, part of a long-term effort to adjust prices to reflect costs and promote energy saving as the country struggles to meet soaring demand., China raised electricity rates for businesses and industries Friday, part of a long-term effort to adjust prices to reflect costs and promote energy saving as the country struggles to meet soaring demand. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/coppin-state-beats-washington-adventist-72-61-70587612.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:10:06Z Coppin State beats Washington Adventist 72-61 Branden Doughty scored 15 points and had 14 rebounds to lead Coppin State to a 72-61 victory over Washington Adventist on Thursday night., Branden Doughty scored 15 points and had 14 rebounds to lead Coppin State to a 72-61 victory over Washington Adventist on Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/kasays-field-goal-puts-carolina-panthers-ahead-3-0-after-1st-quarter-against-miami-dolphins-70587607.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:10:04Z Kasay's field goal puts Carolina Panthers ahead 3-0 after 1st quarter against Miami Dolphins John Kasay kicked a 29-yard field goal to give the Carolina Panthers a 3-0 lead against the Miami Dolphins after the first quarter Thursday night., John Kasay kicked a 29-yard field goal to give the Carolina Panthers a 3-0 lead against the Miami Dolphins after the first quarter Thursday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/top-pick-strasburg-scratched-from-another-start-70584107.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:05:06Z Top pick Strasburg scratched from another start The Washington Nationals say No. 1 overall draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a twisted left knee and is being scratched from his start in the Arizona Fall League championship game., The Washington Nationals say No. 1 overall draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a twisted left knee and is being scratched from his start in the Arizona Fall League championship game. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/los-angeles-man-who-claimed-disability-spotted-on-tv-show-sentenced-for-tax-insurance-fraud-70586727.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:05:03Z Los Angeles man who claimed disability spotted on TV show, sentenced for tax, insurance fraud California tax officials say an interior designer's false disability claim was uncovered when he was spotted on a home improvement television show., California tax officials say an interior designer's false disability claim was uncovered when he was spotted on a home improvement television show. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/cash-strapped-us-caribbean-territories-feud-over-use-of-rum-tax-benefits-to-lure-business-70585607.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:00:19Z Cash-strapped US Caribbean territories feud over use of rum tax benefits to lure business Puerto Rico is feuding with the U.S. Virgin Islands over its neighbor luring away business by using revenue from a tax paid by U.S. consumers on every bottle of rum produced in the two Caribbean territories., Puerto Rico is feuding with the U.S. Virgin Islands over its neighbor luring away business by using revenue from a tax paid by U.S. consumers on every bottle of rum produced in the two Caribbean territories. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/man-who-claimed-disability-spotted-on-tv-show-70586762.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:00:11Z Man who claimed disability spotted on TV show California tax officials say an interior designer's false disability claim was uncovered when he was spotted on a home improvement television show., California tax officials say an interior designer's false disability claim was uncovered when he was spotted on a home improvement television show. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/suspect-arrested-in-fatal-robbery-70586747.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:00:07Z Suspect arrested in fatal robbery Police have charged a man in the slaying of a woman during a robbery at a store in Northwest D.C., Police have charged a man in the slaying of a woman during a robbery at a store in Northwest D.C. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/eddie-cibrian-sues-tabloid-over-story-70585827.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T19:00:04Z Eddie Cibrian sues Life & Style over story claiming he was cheating on LeAnn Rimes Eddie Cibrian is suing Life & Style Weekly for defamation over a recent story claiming he was cheating on girlfriend LeAnn Rimes., Eddie Cibrian is suing Life & Style Weekly for defamation over a recent story claiming he was cheating on girlfriend LeAnn Rimes. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nebraska-high-roller-facing-casino-debt-charges-files-civil-lawsuit-against-harrahs-70586267.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:55:04Z Nebraska casino high-roller facing casino debt charges files civil lawsuit against Harrah's A Nebraska man facing felony charges stemming from almost $15 million in Las Vegas gambling debts is suing casino giant Harrah's Entertainment Inc. for alleged breach of contract, conspiracy and negligence., A Nebraska man facing felony charges stemming from almost $15 million in Las Vegas gambling debts is suing casino giant Harrah's Entertainment Inc. for alleged breach of contract, conspiracy and negligence. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/william--mary-holds-off-richmond-78-71-70586467.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:55:03Z William & Mary holds off Richmond 78-71 David Schneider led two other players in double figures with 25 points, and William & Mary handed Richmond its first loss of the season 78-71 on Saturday night., David Schneider led two other players in double figures with 25 points, and William & Mary handed Richmond its first loss of the season 78-71 on Saturday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/bart-shooting-trial-to-be-held-los-angeles-county-70567392.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:50:05Z Trial of BART fatal shooting moved to LA County The trial of a white former San Francisco Bay Area transit officer charged in the killing of an unarmed black man will be moved to Los Angeles County because of extensive media coverage and other possible distractions to trial participants, a judge ruled Thursday., The trial of a white former San Francisco Bay Area transit officer charged in the killing of an unarmed black man will be moved to Los Angeles County because of extensive media coverage and other possible distractions to trial participants, a judge ruled Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/prosecutors-south-carolina-men-calling-themselves-3-hebrew-boys-ran-ponzi-scheme-70585867.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:40:20Z Prosecutors: South Carolina men, calling themselves '3 Hebrew Boys' ran Ponzi scheme Three South Carolina men accused of bilking people out of more than $80 million lied about how they would invest their money, so it doesn't matter if investors knew it was risky, prosecutors said Thursday., Three South Carolina men accused of bilking people out of more than $80 million lied about how they would invest their money, so it doesn't matter if investors knew it was risky, prosecutors said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/german-defense-chief-waiting-for-obama-before-any-move-to-up-afghan-troops-70527282.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:40:18Z Pentagon chief says Afghan troop increase could swiftly follow Obama announcement Defense Secretary Robert Gates said any new U.S. forces President Barack Obama sends to Afghanistan could move into the country swiftly, despite logistical hassles that force almost all major deliveries of troops and supplies to go by air., Defense Secretary Robert Gates said any new U.S. forces President Barack Obama sends to Afghanistan could move into the country swiftly, despite logistical hassles that force almost all major deliveries of troops and supplies to go by air. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/mo-teen-slaying-suspect-listed-hobbies-as-killing-people-and-cutting-in-youtube-profile-70555257.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:40:13Z Mo. teen slaying suspect listed hobbies as 'killing people' and 'cutting' in YouTube profile On an Internet site, 15-year-old Alyssa Bustamante listed her hobbies as "killing people" and "cutting." It may have sounded like a teenage exaggeration, but authorities say she fulfilled her words., On an Internet site, 15-year-old Alyssa Bustamante listed her hobbies as "killing people" and "cutting." It may have sounded like a teenage exaggeration, but authorities say she fulfilled her words. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/increasing-numbers-of-radical-islamic-web-sites-are-spreading-al-qaidas-message-in-english-70564577.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:40:04Z Increasing numbers of radical Islamic Web sites are spreading al-Qaida's message in English Increasing numbers of English-language Web sites are spreading al-Qaida's message to Muslims in the West. They translate writings and sermons once largely out of reach of English readers and often feature charismatic clerics like Anwar al-Awlaki, who exchanged dozens of e-mails with the Army psychiatrist accused of the Fort Hood shootings., Increasing numbers of English-language Web sites are spreading al-Qaida's message to Muslims in the West. They translate writings and sermons once largely out of reach of English readers and often feature charismatic clerics like Anwar al-Awlaki, who exchanged dozens of e-mails with the Army psychiatrist accused of the Fort Hood shootings. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/petters-says-he-suspected-fraud-in-his-empire-but-firm-shut-down-before-he-could-investigate-70525737.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:35:04Z Petters denies in testimony desire for high life drove him to multibillion-dollar Ponzi scheme Minnesota businessman Tom Petters stuck to his story Thursday that he didn't know that his close associates were carrying out an enormous fraud at Petters Co. Inc., saying he "chose not to look" too closely at what was happening., Minnesota businessman Tom Petters stuck to his story Thursday that he didn't know that his close associates were carrying out an enormous fraud at Petters Co. Inc., saying he "chose not to look" too closely at what was happening. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/off-duty-las-vegas-police-officer-slain-in-shootout-in-garage-of-north-las-vegas-home-70521117.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:30:06Z Police arrest 2 on suspicion of killing off-duty Vegas officer at home Two men were arrested Thursday on suspicion of killing an off-duty Las Vegas police officer in a shootout in his garage, North Las Vegas police said., Two men were arrested Thursday on suspicion of killing an off-duty Las Vegas police officer in a shootout in his garage, North Las Vegas police said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/wie-withdraws-because-of-ankle-injury-70571747.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:30:05Z Wie withdraws from LPGA event with ankle injury Michelle Wie withdrew from the LPGA Tour Championship on Thursday after hobbling through her first round on a sprained left ankle., Michelle Wie withdrew from the LPGA Tour Championship on Thursday after hobbling through her first round on a sprained left ankle. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/la-man-pleads-guilty-to-killing-6-year-old-boy-70585217.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:25:04Z LA man pleads guilty to killing 6-year-old boy A man has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the beating death of a 6-year-old Los Angeles boy., A man has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the beating death of a 6-year-old Los Angeles boy. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/kansas-probing-allegations-of-verbal-abuse-by-football-coach-mangino-70584692.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:15:05Z Kansas probing allegations of verbal abuse by football coach Mangino University of Kansas officials are willing to talk with former players about allegations of abusive behavior by football coach Mark Mangino — and two former players had plenty to say on Thursday., University of Kansas officials are willing to talk with former players about allegations of abusive behavior by football coach Mark Mangino — and two former players had plenty to say on Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/nj-dad-trying-to-get-son-back-from-brazil-to-testify-before-congressional-human-rights-panel-70584397.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:10:02Z NJ dad trying to get son back from Brazil to testify before congressional human rights panel A New Jersey man who's been battling in Brazilian courts to get custody of his 9-year-old son is scheduled to testify before a congressional human rights panel in Washington., A New Jersey man who's been battling in Brazilian courts to get custody of his 9-year-old son is scheduled to testify before a congressional human rights panel in Washington. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/schwarzenegger-after-school-program-ties-up-budget-70573272.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:05:15Z Schwarzenegger after-school program ties up budget With California facing another mammoth budget deficit, the state's nonpartisan legislative analyst says voters should reconsider some of the billions of dollars tied up in ballot measures they have approved in recent years., With California facing another mammoth budget deficit, the state's nonpartisan legislative analyst says voters should reconsider some of the billions of dollars tied up in ballot measures they have approved in recent years. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/donovan-wins-mls-mvp-award-for-first-time-70553027.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:05:08Z Donovan wins MLS MVP award for first time Long considered the best player in the U.S., Landon Donovan is now the best player in Major League Soccer., Long considered the best player in the U.S., Landon Donovan is now the best player in Major League Soccer. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/no-5-villanova-tops-george-mason-on-late-shot-70553412.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:05:05Z No. 5 Villanova tops George Mason on late shot The first basket of Isaiah Armwood's college basketball career was a big one., The first basket of Isaiah Armwood's college basketball career was a big one. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/woman-indicted-in-infants-death-70584077.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:05:03Z Woman indicted in infant's death A Trappe woman has been indicted on a second-degree murder charge in the death of an infant who was in her care., A Trappe woman has been indicted on a second-degree murder charge in the death of an infant who was in her care. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/alcoa-to-idle-italy-smelters-after-eu-says-electricity-subsidies-must-end-aid-must-be-repaid-70576492.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:00:16Z Alcoa to idle Italy smelters after EU says electricity subsidies must end, aid must be repaid Aluminum producer Alcoa Inc. said Thursday it will temporarily idle production at its two smelters in Italy, affecting about 2,000 workers, after a decision by the European Union left the company's ability to secure electricity for the plants at low rates uncertain., Aluminum producer Alcoa Inc. said Thursday it will temporarily idle production at its two smelters in Italy, affecting about 2,000 workers, after a decision by the European Union left the company's ability to secure electricity for the plants at low rates uncertain. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/hardwick-still-not-ready-to-return-to-chargers-70583622.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:00:15Z Hardwick still not ready to return to Chargers San Diego Chargers center Nick Hardwick will not play against the Broncos on Sunday in the showdown between AFC West leaders in Denver., San Diego Chargers center Nick Hardwick will not play against the Broncos on Sunday in the showdown between AFC West leaders in Denver. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/bp-makes-1-million-donation-to-catalog-and-process-papers-of-former-us-sen-ted-stevens-70583787.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:00:12Z BP makes $1 million donation to catalog and process papers of former US Sen. Ted Stevens Oil giant BP PLC has donated $1 million to the University of Alaska Fairbanks toward cataloging and processes papers from the congressional career of former U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens., Oil giant BP PLC has donated $1 million to the University of Alaska Fairbanks toward cataloging and processes papers from the congressional career of former U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/childress-signs-extension-to-remain-as-coach-of-minnesota-vikings-70583762.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:00:05Z Childress signs extension to remain as coach of Minnesota Vikings The man who brought Brett Favre to the Minnesota Vikings will be sticking around for a while., The man who brought Brett Favre to the Minnesota Vikings will be sticking around for a while. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/ap-newsbreak-army-keeping-media-out-of-nc-palin-book-event-fearing-politics-against-obama-70531842.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T18:00:04Z Army limits media access to Palin book signing at NC base, citing anti-Obama 'grandstanding' The U.S. Army will allow the media limited coverage of Sarah Palin's appearance at Fort Bragg, but will bar reporters from interviewing her or her supporters on the post, officials said Thursday., The U.S. Army will allow the media limited coverage of Sarah Palin's appearance at Fort Bragg, but will bar reporters from interviewing her or her supporters on the post, officials said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/editorial-roundup-excerpts-from-recent-editorials-in-newspapers-in-the-us-and-abroad-70583627.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:55:30Z Editorial Roundup: Excerpts From Recent Editorials in Newspapers in the US and Abroad Excerpts from recent editorials in newspapers in the United States and abroad:, Excerpts from recent editorials in newspapers in the United States and abroad: http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/cook-browne-share-pebble-beach-lead-70583617.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:55:24Z Cook, Browne share Pebble Beach lead Champions Tour players John Cook and Olin Browne shot 6-under 66s at Del Monte Golf Course on Thursday to share the first-round lead in the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational., Champions Tour players John Cook and Olin Browne shot 6-under 66s at Del Monte Golf Course on Thursday to share the first-round lead in the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/baltimore-stadiums-to-become-more-energy-efficient-70583597.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:55:08Z Baltimore stadiums to become more energy efficient Baltimore's two major league sports stadiums will be getting upgrades to make them more energy efficient and cheaper to run., Baltimore's two major league sports stadiums will be getting upgrades to make them more energy efficient and cheaper to run. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/man-sentenced-in-nev-white-supremacist-gang-case-70541607.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:50:06Z Man sentenced in Nevada prison gang case A man found guilty in July of federal racketeering and assault charges in connection with a prison gang has been sentenced to 25 years in prison., A man found guilty in July of federal racketeering and assault charges in connection with a prison gang has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ai-not-the-answer-in-new-york-or-anywhere-else-at-the-moment-70579342.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:45:08Z AI not "The Answer" in New York, or anywhere else at the moment It's painfully clear to everyone but the management of the New York Knicks that there's only one question to which Allen Iverson remains "The Answer.", It's painfully clear to everyone but the management of the New York Knicks that there's only one question to which Allen Iverson remains "The Answer." http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ochoa-shoots-66-leads-by-1-shot-at-lpga-tour-season-ending-tour-championship-70571722.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:40:08Z Wie withdraws, Ochoa leads LPGA Tour Championship Michelle Wie is gone, putting all the attention on Lorena Ochoa's player of the year fight with Jiyai Shin at the LPGA Tour Championship., Michelle Wie is gone, putting all the attention on Lorena Ochoa's player of the year fight with Jiyai Shin at the LPGA Tour Championship. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/iverson-clears-waivers-becomes-free-agent-able-to-sign-with-any-team-70576467.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:40:05Z Iverson clears waivers, becomes free agent able to sign with any team Allen Iverson has cleared waivers and is free to sign with any NBA team., Allen Iverson has cleared waivers and is free to sign with any NBA team. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/plea-deal-reached-for-1-of-7-suspects-in-pa-steel-towns-series-of-arsons-70576462.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:40:04Z Plea deal reached for 1 of 7 suspects in Pa. steel town's series of arsons A former assistant fire chief accused of setting two small fires in an arson-plagued steel town near Philadelphia has worked out a plea bargain freeing him from jail., A former assistant fire chief accused of setting two small fires in an arson-plagued steel town near Philadelphia has worked out a plea bargain freeing him from jail. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/james-van-der-beek-files-for-divorce-70576152.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:40:03Z James Van Der Beek files for divorce in Los Angeles Court records show James Van Der Beek has filed for divorce from his wife of nearly six years., Court records show James Van Der Beek has filed for divorce from his wife of nearly six years. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/heavenly-squaw-valley-northstar-to-open-for-season-at-lake-tahoe-70575842.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:35:11Z Heavenly, Squaw Valley, Northstar to open for season at Lake Tahoe Three more Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts plan to open for the season this week., Three more Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts plan to open for the season this week. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/metrodome-landlord-infuriates-vikings-with-offer-to-extend-lease-another-2-years-70576147.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:35:07Z Metrodome landlord infuriates Vikings with offer to extend lease another 2 years One day after being told by the Minnesota Vikings that extending the lease at the Metrodome was not an option, the team's landlord made the offer anyway and infuriated the only major tenant left in the stadium., One day after being told by the Minnesota Vikings that extending the lease at the Metrodome was not an option, the team's landlord made the offer anyway and infuriated the only major tenant left in the stadium. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/us-trained-scientist-and-al-qaida-suspect-says-shes-innocent-but-will-boycott-ny-trial-70570762.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:30:15Z U.S.-trained scientist and al-Qaida suspect says she's innocent and will boycott NY trial A U.S.-trained scientist accused of shooting at FBI agents and helping al-Qaida vowed Thursday to boycott her January trial., A U.S.-trained scientist accused of shooting at FBI agents and helping al-Qaida vowed Thursday to boycott her January trial. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/man-sentenced-for-child-sex-offenses-70575847.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:30:12Z Man sentenced for child sex offenses A man convicted of fondling two teenage girls on his farm has been sentenced to 65 years in prison., A man convicted of fondling two teenage girls on his farm has been sentenced to 65 years in prison. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/panthers-wr-steve-smith-ok-after-minor-car-accident-on-way-to-game-70575837.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:30:08Z Panthers WR Steve Smith OK after minor car accident on way to game Carolina Panthers receiver Steve Smith will play against the Miami Dolphins after being involved in a car accident on the way to the game., Carolina Panthers receiver Steve Smith will play against the Miami Dolphins after being involved in a car accident on the way to the game. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/and-now-the-botax-once-shelved-tax-on-face-lifts-tummy-tucks-could-help-fund-health-bill-70554752.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:25:12Z And now the Botax? Once-shelved tax on face lifts, tummy tucks could help fund health bill They call it the "Botax." The White House and Senate Democrats have turned to a proposal to tax breast implants, tummy tucks, wrinkle-smoothing injections and other procedures as they search for ways to pay for costly health care overhaul plans., They call it the "Botax." The White House and Senate Democrats have turned to a proposal to tax breast implants, tummy tucks, wrinkle-smoothing injections and other procedures as they search for ways to pay for costly health care overhaul plans. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/3-more-tahoe-ski-resorts-to-open-for-season-70575262.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:25:11Z 3 more Tahoe ski resorts to open for season Three more Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts plan to open for the season this week., Three more Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts plan to open for the season this week. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/gov-perry-to-decide-fate-of-texas-inmate-set-to-die-parole-board-says-he-deserves-clemency-70454562.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:25:07Z Texas inmate executed after governor rejects clemency recommendation from parole board Inmate Robert Lee Thompson was executed Thursday evening for his part in a fatal Houston store holdup after the Texas governor rejected a parole board's recommendation to spare him because he wasn't the gunman., Inmate Robert Lee Thompson was executed Thursday evening for his part in a fatal Houston store holdup after the Texas governor rejected a parole board's recommendation to spare him because he wasn't the gunman. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/james-caan-files-for-divorce-from-wife-of-14-years-in-los-angeles-70574157.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:25:03Z James Caan files for divorce from wife of 14 years in Los Angeles James Caan is seeking a divorce from his wife of 14 years., James Caan is seeking a divorce from his wife of 14 years. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/peruvian-police-says-gang-killed-people-for-their-fat-allegedly-for-use-in-cosmetics-70570767.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:20:12Z Peruvian police says gang killed people for their fat, allegedly for use in cosmetics A gang in the remote Peruvian jungle has been killing people for their fat, police charged Thursday, draining it from their corpses and offering it on the black market for use in cosmetics. Medical experts expressed skepticism that a major market for fat might exist., A gang in the remote Peruvian jungle has been killing people for their fat, police charged Thursday, draining it from their corpses and offering it on the black market for use in cosmetics. Medical experts expressed skepticism that a major market for fat might exist. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/air-canada-starts-trial-use-of-in-flight-internet-access-on-toronto-la-route-70569617.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:15:06Z Air Canada starts trial use of in-flight Internet access on Toronto-LA, Montreal-LA routes Air Canada said Thursday it has begun trial offers of Internet service onboard some flights between Los Angeles and the cities of Toronto and Montreal., Air Canada said Thursday it has begun trial offers of Internet service onboard some flights between Los Angeles and the cities of Toronto and Montreal. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/swarbrick-plans-to-follow-similar-timeline-to-last-year-on-weis-when-decision-made-in-3-days-70574627.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:10:05Z Swarbrick plans to follow similar timeline to last year on Weis, when decision made in 3 days Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick plans to make a decision on the future of coach Charlie Weis within days of the season's end., Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick plans to make a decision on the future of coach Charlie Weis within days of the season's end. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/ortiz-ready-for-comeback-fight-at-ufc-106-70572142.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:05:08Z Ortiz ready for comeback fight at UFC 106 Tito Ortiz and his former manager made all kinds of threats against each other over the past few years. They even considered a boxing match to settle their differences when their simmering feud boiled over last year., Tito Ortiz and his former manager made all kinds of threats against each other over the past few years. They even considered a boxing match to settle their differences when their simmering feud boiled over last year. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/head-of-miss-california-pageant-who-fought-with-prejean-donates-ad-time-to-gay-rights-group-70572112.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:05:03Z Head of Miss California pageant who fought with Prejean donates ad time to gay rights group The Miss California USA pageant director who became embroiled in a war of words with former title holder Carrie Prejean has donated 30-seconds of free ad time to the state's largest gay rights group., The Miss California USA pageant director who became embroiled in a war of words with former title holder Carrie Prejean has donated 30-seconds of free ad time to the state's largest gay rights group. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/49ers-crabtree-looking-to-get-better-70573282.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:00:05Z 49ers' Crabtree looking to get better Now that he has taken over the unofficial role as the San Francisco 49ers' No. 1 wide receiver, rookie Michael Crabtree is searching for missing elements in his game., Now that he has taken over the unofficial role as the San Francisco 49ers' No. 1 wide receiver, rookie Michael Crabtree is searching for missing elements in his game. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/giants-lincecum-wins-second-consecutive-cy-young-70530457.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T17:00:04Z Giants ace Tim Lincecum wins second consecutive NL Cy Young in tight vote Talk about a freak — Tim Lincecum needed just 15 wins to bag another NL Cy Young Award. Yup, throw out those old baseball cards. Wins and losses don't mean much anymore when it comes time for voters to pick baseball's best pitchers. It's all about WHIP, FIP, BABIP and other lines of alphabet soup., Talk about a freak — Tim Lincecum needed just 15 wins to bag another NL Cy Young Award. Yup, throw out those old baseball cards. Wins and losses don't mean much anymore when it comes time for voters to pick baseball's best pitchers. It's all about WHIP, FIP, BABIP and other lines of alphabet soup. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nevada-regulators-approve-license-for-aria-casino-at-citycenter-on-las-vegas-strip-70573252.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:55:04Z Nevada regulators approve license for Aria casino at CityCenter on Las Vegas Strip Nevada gambling regulators have approved a casino license for the centerpiece casino at the $8.5 billion CityCenter complex on the Las Vegas Strip., Nevada gambling regulators have approved a casino license for the centerpiece casino at the $8.5 billion CityCenter complex on the Las Vegas Strip. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/beloved-university-of-georgia-english-bulldog-mascot-uga-vii-dies-his-owner-says-70570312.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:55:03Z Beloved University of Georgia English bulldog mascot Uga VII dies, his owner says Uga VII, the white English bulldog mascot for the University of Georgia's football team for almost two seasons, died Thursday of heart-related causes, the dog's owner said., Uga VII, the white English bulldog mascot for the University of Georgia's football team for almost two seasons, died Thursday of heart-related causes, the dog's owner said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/nev-judge-considering-unsealing-jackson-warrants-70524062.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:50:02Z Jackson pharmacy search records to be unsealed A Nevada judge decided Thursday to unseal records of a warrant served at a pharmacy where authorities believe Michael Jackson's doctor bought the drug blamed in the pop star's death., A Nevada judge decided Thursday to unseal records of a warrant served at a pharmacy where authorities believe Michael Jackson's doctor bought the drug blamed in the pop star's death. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/arizona-couple-indicted-on-theft-charges-in-case-of-stolen-luggage-from-phoenix-airport-70572537.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:45:03Z Arizona couple indicted on theft charges in case of stolen luggage from Phoenix airport Authorities say an Arizona couple has been indicted in the theft of nearly 1,000 pieces of luggage from baggage claim carousels at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport., Authorities say an Arizona couple has been indicted in the theft of nearly 1,000 pieces of luggage from baggage claim carousels at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/nev-regulators-approve-casino-license-for-aria-70572147.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:40:09Z Nev. regulators approve casino license for Aria Nevada gambling regulators have approved a casino license for the centerpiece casino at the $8.5 billion CityCenter complex on the Las Vegas Strip., Nevada gambling regulators have approved a casino license for the centerpiece casino at the $8.5 billion CityCenter complex on the Las Vegas Strip. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/adc-telecom-reports-4q-loss-disappointing-guidance-prompts-sell-off-70571752.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:35:17Z ADC Telecom reports 4Q loss; disappointing guidance prompts sell-off ADC Telecommunications Inc. said on Thursday it lost $19.2 million in a shortened fourth quarter marked by accounting charges. Its shares fell sharply in after-hours trading as its guidance came in below analyst expectations., ADC Telecommunications Inc. said on Thursday it lost $19.2 million in a shortened fourth quarter marked by accounting charges. Its shares fell sharply in after-hours trading as its guidance came in below analyst expectations. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/miss-calif-pageant-gives-ad-time-to-gay-group-70571737.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:35:14Z Miss Calif pageant gives ad time to gay group The director of the Miss California USA pageant who became embroiled in a nasty war of words with former title holder Carrie Prejean has donated 30-seconds of free ad time to the state's largest gay rights group., The director of the Miss California USA pageant who became embroiled in a nasty war of words with former title holder Carrie Prejean has donated 30-seconds of free ad time to the state's largest gay rights group. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/oppenheimerfunds-settles-college-savings-plan-lawsuit-with-state-of-oregon-for-20-million-70571727.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:35:10Z OppenheimerFunds settles college savings plan lawsuit with state of Oregon for $20 million OppenheimerFunds Inc. said Thursday it will pay $20 million to settle a lawsuit the state of Oregon filed over the company's management of its 529 college savings program., OppenheimerFunds Inc. said Thursday it will pay $20 million to settle a lawsuit the state of Oregon filed over the company's management of its 529 college savings program. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/tampa-bay-rays-add-3-players-to-40-man-roster-reinstate-pena-from-60-day-dl-70571707.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:35:05Z Tampa Bay Rays add 3 players to 40-man roster; reinstate Pena from 60-day DL Minor league outfielder Desmond Jennings and pitchers Jeremy Hellickson and Alexander Torres have been added to the Tampa Bay Rays' 40-man roster., Minor league outfielder Desmond Jennings and pitchers Jeremy Hellickson and Alexander Torres have been added to the Tampa Bay Rays' 40-man roster. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/right-hander-aaron-heilman-traded-from-cubs-to-diamondbacks-for-2-prospects-70571227.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:30:12Z Right-hander Aaron Heilman traded from Cubs to Diamondbacks for 2 prospects Reliever Aaron Heilman was acquired Friday by the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Chicago Cubs for two minor league prospects., Reliever Aaron Heilman was acquired Friday by the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Chicago Cubs for two minor league prospects. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/new-slogan-reno-tahoe-usa--far-from-expected-70571222.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:30:10Z New slogan: Reno Tahoe USA ... Far From Expected The Biggest Little City in the World isn't going to be "a little left of center" after all., The Biggest Little City in the World isn't going to be "a little left of center" after all. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ebay-completes-sale-of-skype-for-2-billion-to-investor-group-that-includes-co-founders-70571217.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:30:09Z EBay completes sale of Skype for $2 billion to investor group that includes co-founders EBay has completed its sale of Skype for about $2 billion to an investor group that included the founders of the Internet phone service., EBay has completed its sale of Skype for about $2 billion to an investor group that included the founders of the Internet phone service. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/house-panel-wants-wall-street-to-pay-fee-that-covers-cost-of-dismantling-firms-in-crisis-70553452.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:30:07Z US House committee sets fees on big firms and calls for audit of secretive Federal Reserve Taking aim at Wall Street and the U.S. central bank, an important House committee voted Thursday to assess fees on large financial firms to pay for the failure of their peers and to require a sweeping congressional audit of the secretive Federal Reserve., Taking aim at Wall Street and the U.S. central bank, an important House committee voted Thursday to assess fees on large financial firms to pay for the failure of their peers and to require a sweeping congressional audit of the secretive Federal Reserve. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nestle-says-poor-weather-hurt-harvest-canned-pumpkin-for-pie-may-run-short-for-holidays-70526447.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:25:12Z Nestle says poor weather hurt harvest, canned pumpkin for pie may run short for holidays The holidays may not be so sweet this year., The holidays may not be so sweet this year. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/ruling-commission-can-cut-calif-officials-pay-70571047.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:25:11Z Ruling: Commission can cut Calif. officials' pay Attorney General Jerry Brown has decided that an independent state pay commission can reduce the salaries of California elected officials during the middle of their terms in office., Attorney General Jerry Brown has decided that an independent state pay commission can reduce the salaries of California elected officials during the middle of their terms in office. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/safe-haven-dollar-jumps-higher-as-homeowners-job-seekers-struggle-some-wary-of-double-dip-70538492.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:25:04Z Safe-haven dollar jumps higher as homeowners, job-seekers struggle; some see stabilization The dollar's appeal as a safe haven sent it higher in trading Thursday after reports on housing and unemployment raised fears that the economy will be weak next year., The dollar's appeal as a safe haven sent it higher in trading Thursday after reports on housing and unemployment raised fears that the economy will be weak next year. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/judge-rules-ex-sailor-granted-conditional-pardon-can-be-retried-in-rape-murder-case-70570997.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:25:03Z Judge: Freed ex-sailor can be retried in murder Prosecutors can retry an ex-sailor who received a conditional pardon from Virginia's governor after spending 11 years in prison for the rape and murder of a fellow sailor's wife, a federal judge ruled Thursday., Prosecutors can retry an ex-sailor who received a conditional pardon from Virginia's governor after spending 11 years in prison for the rape and murder of a fellow sailor's wife, a federal judge ruled Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/nyc-man-wrongfully-convicted-of-murder-to-be-released-while-contesting-separate-sentence-70544507.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:20:09Z NYC man wrongfully convicted of murder to be released while he contests separate sentence A New York City man imprisoned for nearly 20 years for a now-overturned murder conviction is set to be freed within days after a judge Thursday ordered him released while authorities determine whether he must serve an unrelated drug sentence., A New York City man imprisoned for nearly 20 years for a now-overturned murder conviction is set to be freed within days after a judge Thursday ordered him released while authorities determine whether he must serve an unrelated drug sentence. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/on-the-call-michael-dell-discusses-computer-makers-pricing-strategy-70570752.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:20:08Z On the Call: Michael Dell discusses computer maker's pricing strategy A key element of Dell Inc.'s turnaround strategy has been a vow not to cut prices as aggressively as rivals just to keep market share. The tactic has allowed competitors such as Acer Inc. and Hewlett-Packard Co. to steal business from Dell, and this fall Dell lost its ranking as the world's No. 2 PC maker., A key element of Dell Inc.'s turnaround strategy has been a vow not to cut prices as aggressively as rivals just to keep market share. The tactic has allowed competitors such as Acer Inc. and Hewlett-Packard Co. to steal business from Dell, and this fall Dell lost its ranking as the world's No. 2 PC maker. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gap-inc-profit-soars-25-percent-in-third-quarter-old-navy-brand-recovers-70542112.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:20:07Z Gap profit up 25 pct in 3Q as Old Navy recovers Shoppers spent more money at low-price Old Navy stores in the third quarter, helping Gap Inc.'s profit climb 25 percent compared with last year, the retailer said Thursday., Shoppers spent more money at low-price Old Navy stores in the third quarter, helping Gap Inc.'s profit climb 25 percent compared with last year, the retailer said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/berkshire-hathaway-lines-up-8b-loan-to-help-pay-for-263b-acquisition-of-bnsf-railroad-70569977.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:10:04Z Berkshire Hathaway lines up $8B loan to help pay for $26.3B acquisition of BNSF railroad Warren Buffett's company has lined up an $8 billion loan to help pay for its $26.3 billion acquisition of Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corp., Warren Buffett's company has lined up an $8 billion loan to help pay for its $26.3 billion acquisition of Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corp. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/officers-shot-suspect-killed-after-apparent-bank-robbery-chase-in-suburban-denver-70554372.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:10:03Z Officers shot, suspect killed after apparent bank robbery, chase in suburban Denver A shootout left two bank robbery suspects dead and two police officers wounded Thursday in suburban Denver, police said., A shootout left two bank robbery suspects dead and two police officers wounded Thursday in suburban Denver, police said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/aussie-robert-allenby-leads-after-first-round-of-dubai-world-championship-with-7-under-65-70569622.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:05:14Z Aussie Robert Allenby leads after first round of Dubai World Championship with 7-under 65 Robert Allenby shot a 7-under 65 on Thursday for a one-shot lead after the first round of the Dubai World Championship., Robert Allenby shot a 7-under 65 on Thursday for a one-shot lead after the first round of the Dubai World Championship. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/obama-administration-abandons-proposed-bush-investment-advice-rule-70544542.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:05:09Z Obama administration abandons proposed Bush rule letting brokerage firms offer 401(k) advice The federal government has decided to abandon a Bush administration plan that would have permitted mutual fund companies and brokerage firms to offer investment advice to 401(k) customers., The federal government has decided to abandon a Bush administration plan that would have permitted mutual fund companies and brokerage firms to offer investment advice to 401(k) customers. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/nyc-groups-officials-sue-state-agency-to-block-project-that-includes-nets-basketball-arena-70541592.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:05:06Z NYC groups, officials sue state agency to block project that includes Nets basketball arena Opponents of the Brooklyn arena planned for the New Jersey Nets have filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn a state agency's approval of the project., Opponents of the Brooklyn arena planned for the New Jersey Nets have filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn a state agency's approval of the project. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/in-the-orphans-home-cycle-horton-foote-chronicles-one-mans-search-for-family-70568867.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:05:03Z In 'The Orphans' Home Cycle,' Horton Foote chronicles one man's search for family Don't be fooled by the deceptively gentle way Part 1 of Horton Foote's extraordinary "Orphans' Home Cycle" initially unfolds., Don't be fooled by the deceptively gentle way Part 1 of Horton Foote's extraordinary "Orphans' Home Cycle" initially unfolds. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/applied-materials-commences-364-million-tender-offer-for-all-semitool-shares-at-11-each-70568897.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:00:14Z Applied Materials commences $364 million tender offer for all Semitool shares at $11 each Applied Materials Inc. said Thursday it has launched its $364 million tender offer to buy all the outstanding shares of Montana-based Semitool Inc., Applied Materials Inc. said Thursday it has launched its $364 million tender offer to buy all the outstanding shares of Montana-based Semitool Inc. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/vowing-to-be-jailhouse-lawyer-ny-ex-lawyer-surrenders-at-federal-courthouse-70559972.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:00:13Z Vowing to be jailhouse lawyer, NY ex-lawyer surrenders at federal courthouse Promising "you haven't seen the last of me," a 70-year-old disbarred lawyer convicted in a terrorism case surrendered to U.S. marshals Thursday to begin serving her prison term after a New York appeals court upheld her conviction., Promising "you haven't seen the last of me," a 70-year-old disbarred lawyer convicted in a terrorism case surrendered to U.S. marshals Thursday to begin serving her prison term after a New York appeals court upheld her conviction. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/police-800-pound-sc-man-dies-after-8-months-in-recliner-wife-says-he-was-ready-to-see-jesus-70531862.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:00:12Z Police: 800-pound SC man dies after 8 months in recliner; wife says he was ready to see Jesus When an ambulance brought Daniel Webb home from the hospital after he hurt his knee in March, paramedics warned the then 550-pound man he probably wouldn't be able to get up from his recliner if they put him there, his wife said., When an ambulance brought Daniel Webb home from the hospital after he hurt his knee in March, paramedics warned the then 550-pound man he probably wouldn't be able to get up from his recliner if they put him there, his wife said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/continental-joins-other-large-carriers-in-raising-surcharges-on-peak-travel-days-next-spring-70569112.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:00:04Z Continental joins other large carriers in raising surcharges on peak travel days next spring Continental Airlines Inc. said Thursday it matched a move by other carriers to raise surcharges for travel on a few peak days in March and April to $30 each way., Continental Airlines Inc. said Thursday it matched a move by other carriers to raise surcharges for travel on a few peak days in March and April to $30 each way. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/bills-owner-ralph-wilson-tells-ap-hes-prepared-to-revamp-football-operation-after-the-season-70463172.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T16:00:03Z Bills owner Ralph Wilson tells AP he's prepared to revamp football operation after the season Firing coach Dick Jauron was merely the start of a major overhaul Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson is prepared to conduct this offseason in order to make his team a contender again., Firing coach Dick Jauron was merely the start of a major overhaul Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson is prepared to conduct this offseason in order to make his team a contender again. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/roberto-alomar-hoping-his-1st-time-on-ballot-leads-to-hall-of-fame-election-70568902.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:55:19Z Roberto Alomar hoping his 1st time on ballot leads to Hall of Fame election Roberto Alomar has career numbers that compare favorably with many of baseball's greatest second basemen. The question is how will one memorable lapse impact his bid to make the Hall of Fame., Roberto Alomar has career numbers that compare favorably with many of baseball's greatest second basemen. The question is how will one memorable lapse impact his bid to make the Hall of Fame. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/stocks-set-for-lower-opening-as-markets-fall-overseas-ahead-of-weekly-jobless-claims-report-70451732.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:55:16Z Rising dollar, weak economic data drags stocks lower; Dow gives up 94 points Signs of a subdued economic recovery sent investors out of stocks Thursday and in search of safer assets like the dollar., Signs of a subdued economic recovery sent investors out of stocks Thursday and in search of safer assets like the dollar. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/simms-gearing-up-for-1st-start-since-06-injury-70537562.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:55:13Z Simms gearing up for 1st start since '06 injury Chris Simms' comeback is nearly complete., Chris Simms' comeback is nearly complete. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/skillsoft-posts-a-63-percent-rise-in-3q-net-income-amid-cost-cuts-raises-outlook-for-the-year-70568887.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:55:10Z SkillSoft posts a 63 percent rise in 3Q net income amid cost cuts; raises outlook for the year Education software company SkillSoft PLC said Thursday its third-quarter net income rose 63 percent as lower costs offset a decrease in revenue, and it raised its outlook for the rest of the year., Education software company SkillSoft PLC said Thursday its third-quarter net income rose 63 percent as lower costs offset a decrease in revenue, and it raised its outlook for the rest of the year. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/hibbett-3q-profit-rises-15-pct-on-higher-sales-better-management-of-costs-and-inventory-70568882.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:55:08Z Hibbett 3Q profit rises 15 pct on higher sales, better management of costs and inventory Sporting goods retailer Hibbett Sports Inc. said Thursday its profit rose 15 percent in the third quarter as sales rose and it took better control of inventory and expenses., Sporting goods retailer Hibbett Sports Inc. said Thursday its profit rose 15 percent in the third quarter as sales rose and it took better control of inventory and expenses. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/sec-watchdog-says-agency-must-tighten-process-for-picking-which-investment-advisors-to-inspect-70568622.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:50:22Z SEC watchdog says agency must tighten process for picking which investment advisors to inspect The Securities and Exchange Commission must tighten its process for deciding which investment advisers to inspect if it is to avoid colossal breakdowns like the one that allowed Bernard Madoff's multibillion-dollar fraud to go undetected for 16 years, the agency's inspector general says., The Securities and Exchange Commission must tighten its process for deciding which investment advisers to inspect if it is to avoid colossal breakdowns like the one that allowed Bernard Madoff's multibillion-dollar fraud to go undetected for 16 years, the agency's inspector general says. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gm-says-193-people-have-returned-cars-since-60-day-money-back-guarantee-program-began-70568617.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:50:20Z GM says 193 people have returned cars since 60-day money back guarantee program began General Motors Co. says only a small percentage of buyers have returned their vehicles under the company's 60-day money back guarantee promotion, and those who have are getting personal calls from GM executives hoping for feedback., General Motors Co. says only a small percentage of buyers have returned their vehicles under the company's 60-day money back guarantee promotion, and those who have are getting personal calls from GM executives hoping for feedback. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/nike-raises-quarterly-dividend-by-8-percent-to-27-cents-per-share-from-25-cents-70568602.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:50:17Z Nike raises quarterly dividend by 8 percent to 27 cents per share from 25 cents Nike Inc. on Thursday raised its quarterly dividend by 8 percent to 27 cents per share from 25 cents per share., Nike Inc. on Thursday raised its quarterly dividend by 8 percent to 27 cents per share from 25 cents per share. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/2nd-person-charged-in-wheaton-killing-70565647.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:50:04Z 2nd person charged in Wheaton killing Montgomery County police have charged a second person with first-degree murder in the killing of a man whose body was found in the road in Wheaton., Montgomery County police have charged a second person with first-degree murder in the killing of a man whose body was found in the road in Wheaton. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gift-guide-find-a-place-for-technology-books-on-holiday-shopping-lists-amid-all-those-gadgets-70568117.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:45:25Z Gift Guide: Find a place for technology books on holiday shopping lists amid all those gadgets Your holiday shopping list probably includes gadgets, games and gizmos that illustrate how technology is changing the way we work, play and communicate. So why not throw in a few books about the people and services causing the delight and disruption? Here are a few suggestions:, Your holiday shopping list probably includes gadgets, games and gizmos that illustrate how technology is changing the way we work, play and communicate. So why not throw in a few books about the people and services causing the delight and disruption? Here are a few suggestions: http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/charred-human-remains-found-in-kings-co-barn-70568107.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:45:23Z Charred human remains found in Kings Co. barn A Kings County man has been arrested on suspicion of killing a person whose charred remains were found inside a burned down barn that apparently was used to grow marijuana., A Kings County man has been arrested on suspicion of killing a person whose charred remains were found inside a burned down barn that apparently was used to grow marijuana. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/fluor-teams-with-china-national-offshore-oil-subsidiary-on-asia-pacific-projects-70568097.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:45:21Z Fluor teams with China National Offshore Oil subsidiary on Asia-Pacific projects Fluor Corp. said Thursday it has formed a partnership with a subsidiary of state-owned China National Offshore Oil Co. to pursue offshore oil and gas projects in the Asia-Pacific region., Fluor Corp. said Thursday it has formed a partnership with a subsidiary of state-owned China National Offshore Oil Co. to pursue offshore oil and gas projects in the Asia-Pacific region. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/bob-evans-raises-dividend-to-18-cents-authorizes-buyback-of-1-million-shares-through-april-30-70568087.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:45:19Z Bob Evans raises dividend to 18 cents, authorizes buyback of 1 million shares through April 30 Restaurant company Bob Evans Farms Inc. said Thursday it will raise its quarterly dividend from 16 cents per share to 18 cents, and its board authorized a new share buyback program., Restaurant company Bob Evans Farms Inc. said Thursday it will raise its quarterly dividend from 16 cents per share to 18 cents, and its board authorized a new share buyback program. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/wis-law-firm-sues-rival-over-search-engine-keywords-suit-based-on-privacy-law-not-trademark-70568077.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:45:18Z Wis. law firm sues rival over search-engine keywords; suit based on privacy law, not trademark A lawsuit in Wisconsin is bringing a fresh challenge to the practice of paying for keywords on Google and other search engines to boost one company's link over a rival's., A lawsuit in Wisconsin is bringing a fresh challenge to the practice of paying for keywords on Google and other search engines to boost one company's link over a rival's. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dole-food-loss-widens-to-54-million-in-first-quarterly-report-since-october-ipo-70568072.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:45:16Z Dole Food loss widens to $54 million in first quarterly report since October IPO Dole Food Co. said Thursday its third-quarter loss widened as the loss of two businesses cut into the fruit and vegetable producer's revenue compared with a year ago., Dole Food Co. said Thursday its third-quarter loss widened as the loss of two businesses cut into the fruit and vegetable producer's revenue compared with a year ago. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/top-gm-analyst-predicts-best-industry-sales-pace-this-year-in-nov-outside-cash-for-clunkers-70560012.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:45:15Z Top GM analyst predicts November will have best industry sales this year outside Clunkers U.S. auto sales could top an annual rate of 10.8 million in November, General Motors Co.'s top sales analyst said Thursday. That would mark the first month this year that sales jumped to such levels without the aid of Cash for Clunkers rebates, which boosted sales in July and August. Executive Director of Market Analysis Mike DiGiovanni says the industry is having a solid sales month through the first 19 days of November, another sign that the economy is beginning a slow recovery from recession. He also said GM could see its fourth straight month of market share gains in November., U.S. auto sales could top an annual rate of 10.8 million in November, General Motors Co.'s top sales analyst said Thursday. That would mark the first month this year that sales jumped to such levels without the aid of Cash for Clunkers rebates, which boosted sales in July and August. Executive Director of Market Analysis Mike DiGiovanni says the industry is having a solid sales month through the first 19 days of November, another sign that the economy is beginning a slow recovery from recession. He also said GM could see its fourth straight month of market share gains in November. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/police-family-members-of-6-charged-in-mo-child-sex-case-remember-posing-with-naked-men-70535632.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:45:08Z Police: Family members of 6 charged in Mo. child sex case remember posing with naked men Several family members who say they were sexually abused as children by adult relatives remember being taken to various locations and photographed with naked men, police investigators said in a search warrant released Thursday., Several family members who say they were sexually abused as children by adult relatives remember being taken to various locations and photographed with naked men, police investigators said in a search warrant released Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/diplomat-says-canadians-handed-over-innocent-afghans-to-torture-diplomat-70445442.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:45:05Z Diplomat says Canadians handed over innocent Afghans to torture: diplomat Top-ranking Canadian officials ignored evidence that prisoners handed over to Afghanistan's intelligence service a few years ago were tortured, a former Canadian diplomat in Afghanistan said., Top-ranking Canadian officials ignored evidence that prisoners handed over to Afghanistan's intelligence service a few years ago were tortured, a former Canadian diplomat in Afghanistan said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/mexican-once-nominated-for-guinness-title-as-worlds-oldest-woman-dies-at-119-70567417.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:40:16Z Mexican once nominated for Guinness title as world's oldest woman dies at 119 A Mexican once put forward for the title of world's oldest woman has died at 119, government officials said Thursday., A Mexican once put forward for the title of world's oldest woman has died at 119, government officials said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/judging-shift-should-save-ward-kessler-title-fight-70538907.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:40:15Z Judging shift saves Ward-Kessler title fight The California State Athletic Commission has assigned a Swedish judge to Andre Ward's fight against Mikkel Kessler, clearing up a dispute over the neutrality of the officiating crew at Saturday's WBA super middleweight title bout., The California State Athletic Commission has assigned a Swedish judge to Andre Ward's fight against Mikkel Kessler, clearing up a dispute over the neutrality of the officiating crew at Saturday's WBA super middleweight title bout. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/commercial-banks-reduce-borrowing-from-federal-reserves-emergency-lending-program-70564607.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:40:07Z Commercial banks reduce borrowing from Federal Reserve's emergency lending program Banks borrowed slightly less from the Federal Reserve's emergency lending program over the past week, but increased their use of other credit programs designed to ease the financial crisis., Banks borrowed slightly less from the Federal Reserve's emergency lending program over the past week, but increased their use of other credit programs designed to ease the financial crisis. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/foot-locker-moves-to-a-loss-in-3rd-qtr-as-sales-fall-it-writes-down-assets-by-22m-70567372.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:40:06Z Foot Locker moves to a loss in 3rd-qtr as sales fall, it writes down assets by $22M Athletic shoes seller Foot Locker Inc. on Thursday reported a loss for the third quarter as consumers spent less at its stores and it wrote down the value of its assets by $22 million., Athletic shoes seller Foot Locker Inc. on Thursday reported a loss for the third quarter as consumers spent less at its stores and it wrote down the value of its assets by $22 million. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/deputy-says-suspect-in-6-slayings-in-tenn-asked-to-hug-daughter-before-being-cuffed-at-scene-70567357.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:40:04Z Deputy says suspect in 6 slayings in Tenn. asked to hug daughter before being cuffed at scene A man charged with fatally stabbing and beating six people in Tennessee and Alabama asked a responding deputy to let him hug his 4-year-old daughter — the only person spared in the attack, the deputy testified Thursday., A man charged with fatally stabbing and beating six people in Tennessee and Alabama asked a responding deputy to let him hug his 4-year-old daughter — the only person spared in the attack, the deputy testified Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/us-newspaper-advertising-revenue-plunges-28-pct-to-64-billion-as-slump-enters-fourth-year-70552432.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:35:17Z US newspaper advertising revenue plunges 28 pct to $6.4 billion as slump enters fourth year U.S. newspapers' advertising woes persisted through the summer, increasing the likelihood that publishers will finish this year with their lowest ad sales since the 1980s., U.S. newspapers' advertising woes persisted through the summer, increasing the likelihood that publishers will finish this year with their lowest ad sales since the 1980s. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/thompson-yow-receive-lapchick-awards-70521167.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:35:11Z Hall of Famers John Thompson, Kay Yow receive Lapchick Coaching Integrity Awards John Thompson and Kay Yow first shared a special experience 21 years ago as coaches of the U.S. men's and women's Olympic basketball teams., John Thompson and Kay Yow first shared a special experience 21 years ago as coaches of the U.S. men's and women's Olympic basketball teams. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/minn-man-indicted-on-terror-charges-is-7th-to-face-counts-in-missing-somalis-investigation-70563092.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:35:09Z Minn. man indicted on terror charges is 7th to face counts in missing Somalis investigation Another man has been indicted on terrorism charges in a federal investigation into the recruitment of Minnesota Somalis to fight in Somalia., Another man has been indicted on terrorism charges in a federal investigation into the recruitment of Minnesota Somalis to fight in Somalia. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/theater-review-the-search-for-sexual-satisfaction-finds-electrical-success-in-the-next-room-70566817.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:35:06Z Theater review: The search for sexual satisfaction finds electrical success 'In the Next Room' The dawn of electricity and the quest for sexual fulfillment. Who knew the two could be linked so satisfactorily on stage?, The dawn of electricity and the quest for sexual fulfillment. Who knew the two could be linked so satisfactorily on stage? http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/general-growth-says-creditors-agree-to-restructure-89b-in-shopping-center-loans-70531307.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:30:19Z General Growth says creditors agree to restructure $8.9B in shopping center mortgage loans Mall operator General Growth Properties Inc., which filed the largest U.S. real estate bankruptcy case in history earlier this year, said Thursday its lenders have agreed to restructure some $8.9 billion in shopping mall mortgage loans., Mall operator General Growth Properties Inc., which filed the largest U.S. real estate bankruptcy case in history earlier this year, said Thursday its lenders have agreed to restructure some $8.9 billion in shopping mall mortgage loans. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/gradkowski-doesnt-expect-much-change-from-raiders-70565952.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:30:18Z Gradkowski doesn't expect much change from Raiders Bruce Gradkowski doesn't expect the Oakland Raiders offense to change much now that he's the starting quarterback., Bruce Gradkowski doesn't expect the Oakland Raiders offense to change much now that he's the starting quarterback. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/off-duty-vegas-police-officer-slain-arriving-home-70486227.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:30:17Z Off-duty Las Vegas police officer slain at home Las Vegas police are treating the slaying of a police officer in a shootout early Thursday in the garage of his home as a line-of-duty death, a department spokeswoman said., Las Vegas police are treating the slaying of a police officer in a shootout early Thursday in the garage of his home as a line-of-duty death, a department spokeswoman said. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/homeland-security-to-give-stamp-of-approval-to-firms-volunteering-for-immigration-checks-70478782.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:30:14Z Homeland Security to give 'stamp of approval' to firms volunteering for immigration checks The Homeland Security Department will give a seal of approval to businesses volunteering to use an electronic program to check workers' immigration status., The Homeland Security Department will give a seal of approval to businesses volunteering to use an electronic program to check workers' immigration status. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/for-a-punter-redskins-smith-having-quite-a-year-70565182.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:30:03Z For a punter, Redskins' Smith having quite a year For a punter, Hunter Smith is getting a lot of attention., For a punter, Hunter Smith is getting a lot of attention. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/venezuela-state-oil-company-says-profit-down-67-pct-during-first-half-on-lower-prices-output-70565967.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:25:14Z Venezuela state oil company says profit down 67 pct during first half on lower prices, output Venezuela's state-run oil company says profits fell 67 percent in the first half of 2009 because of lower prices and production cuts., Venezuela's state-run oil company says profits fell 67 percent in the first half of 2009 because of lower prices and production cuts. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/man-arrested-in-las-vegas-area-taxi-robberies-70565962.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:25:13Z Man arrested in Las Vegas area taxi robberies Officials say the Nevada Taxicab Authority has apprehended a person allegedly involved in the robberies of three taxi drivers at gunpoint in the Las Vegas area., Officials say the Nevada Taxicab Authority has apprehended a person allegedly involved in the robberies of three taxi drivers at gunpoint in the Las Vegas area. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/after-playing-with-concussion-packers-kampman-says-cautious-approach-is-best-70565927.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:25:08Z After playing with concussion, Packers' Kampman says cautious approach is best Aaron Kampman says the Green Bay training staff won't need to keep a sharp eye on him when he returns to the field for Sunday's game against the San Francisco 49ers., Aaron Kampman says the Green Bay training staff won't need to keep a sharp eye on him when he returns to the field for Sunday's game against the San Francisco 49ers. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/customs-agents-seize-316000-bongs-disguised-as-christmas-ornaments-in-la-70565922.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:25:07Z Customs agents seize 316,000 bongs disguised as Christmas ornaments in LA Customs officials say they got a surprise when they found 316,000 glass bongs disguised as Christmas ornaments at the Los Angeles harbor., Customs officials say they got a surprise when they found 316,000 glass bongs disguised as Christmas ornaments at the Los Angeles harbor. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/ap-news-in-brief-70565907.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:25:06Z AP News in Brief Republicans assail health care bill, Democrats set Saturday night test vote on Senate measure, Republicans assail health care bill, Democrats set Saturday night test vote on Senate measure http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/marines-to-honor-helicopter-crash-victims-70446452.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:20:16Z Camp Pendleton Marines honor copter crash victims About 300 people gathered at Camp Pendleton's chapel to honor two Marines who were killed in a collision with a Coast Guard airplane off the San Diego coast., About 300 people gathered at Camp Pendleton's chapel to honor two Marines who were killed in a collision with a Coast Guard airplane off the San Diego coast. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/pedro-almodovar-discusses-his-childhood-his-influences-and-what-he-wont-put-on-film-70537517.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:20:12Z Pedro Almodovar discusses his childhood, his influences and what he won't put on film Sex. Drugs. Prostitution. Pedophilia. Rape. Pedro Almodovar has been able to translate some of the most delicate subjects to the big screen with grace and humor., Sex. Drugs. Prostitution. Pedophilia. Rape. Pedro Almodovar has been able to translate some of the most delicate subjects to the big screen with grace and humor. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/final-season-of-lost-to-begin-feb-2-70564642.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:20:10Z Final season of `Lost' to begin Feb. 2 with hourlong recap, 2-hour episode ABC says the final season of "Lost" will begin in February with a night devoted to the drama., ABC says the final season of "Lost" will begin in February with a night devoted to the drama. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/president-barack-obama-to-appear-in-nfl-public-service-announcement-with-brees-polamalu-ware-70463207.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:20:09Z Obama to appear in PSA with 3 NFL players Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarcus Ware has played in dozens of important games and hung out with some of the biggest stars in sports., Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarcus Ware has played in dozens of important games and hung out with some of the biggest stars in sports. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/business-highlights-70564632.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:15:10Z Business Highlights Foreclosures hitting more people with good credit, Foreclosures hitting more people with good credit http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/treasurys-climb-as-traders-seek-safety-of-bonds-3-month-bill-yield-hits-lowest-level-of-year-70536027.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:15:09Z Treasurys climb as traders seek safety of bonds; 3-month bill yield hits lowest level of year Treasury prices rose Thursday as investors swapped riskier investments in stocks for the safety of government-backed debt., Treasury prices rose Thursday as investors swapped riskier investments in stocks for the safety of government-backed debt. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/shell-president-denies-asking-for-delay-in-alaska-offshore-drilling-plan-feds-refute-that-70531372.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:15:07Z At oil company's request, Obama administration delays decision on Alaska offshore drilling The Obama administration has delayed a decision on a request by Shell Oil Co. to drill for oil and gas in Alaska's rugged Chukchi Sea. The delay came after the oil company asked for time to respond to criticism of its plan to drill in the icy sea, a prime habitat for threatened polar bears., The Obama administration has delayed a decision on a request by Shell Oil Co. to drill for oil and gas in Alaska's rugged Chukchi Sea. The delay came after the oil company asked for time to respond to criticism of its plan to drill in the icy sea, a prime habitat for threatened polar bears. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/federal-regulators-approve-161-million-loan-for-montana-canada-transmission-line-70565192.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:15:06Z Federal regulators approve $161 million loan for Montana-Canada transmission line Federal regulators have signed off on a $161 million loan to a Canadian company that's building a 214-mile power transmission line between Alberta and Montana., Federal regulators have signed off on a $161 million loan to a Canadian company that's building a 214-mile power transmission line between Alberta and Montana. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/indiana-regulators-give-utilities-go-ahead-to-reinstate-heating-assistance-programs-70564627.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:10:20Z Indiana regulators give utilities go-ahead to reinstate heating assistance programs Consumer advocates said they were encouraged by state regulators' decision Thursday to allow Indiana utilities to reinstate heating assistance programs, but the next step is up to the utilities., Consumer advocates said they were encouraged by state regulators' decision Thursday to allow Indiana utilities to reinstate heating assistance programs, but the next step is up to the utilities. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/memo-utah-regulators-sped-up-decision-on-coal-mine-permit-after-company-complained-to-gov-70563792.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:10:13Z Memo: Utah regulators sped up decision on coal mine permit after company complained to gov Utah regulators hurried a decision to issue a strip mine permit after the coal operator complained to Gov. Gary Herbert that they were taking too long, according to a memo written by a state official., Utah regulators hurried a decision to issue a strip mine permit after the coal operator complained to Gov. Gary Herbert that they were taking too long, according to a memo written by a state official. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/ap-exclusive-muslim-countries-seek-un-treaty-to-protect-religion-from-blasphemy-70551217.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:10:10Z AP Exclusive: Muslim countries seek UN treaty to protect religion from blasphemy Four years after cartoons of the prophet Muhammad set off violent protests across the Muslim world, Islamic nations are mounting a campaign for an international treaty to protect religious symbols and beliefs from mockery — essentially a ban on blasphemy that would put them on a collision course with free speech laws in the West., Four years after cartoons of the prophet Muhammad set off violent protests across the Muslim world, Islamic nations are mounting a campaign for an international treaty to protect religious symbols and beliefs from mockery — essentially a ban on blasphemy that would put them on a collision course with free speech laws in the West. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/brighams-restaurants-owner-to-seek-bankruptcy-70564592.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:10:08Z Brigham's restaurants owner to seek bankruptcy A Maryland buyout firm is expected to seek bankrupcy protection for several Brigham's restaurants it owns to deal with declining sales and profits., A Maryland buyout firm is expected to seek bankrupcy protection for several Brigham's restaurants it owns to deal with declining sales and profits. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/chris-brown-due-in-los-angeles-court-to-offer-judge-1st-update-on-probation-70446182.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:10:06Z Judge says Chris Brown has received 'extremely favorable' probation report in felony case Chris Brown has received an "extremely favorable" report from probation officials overseeing his felony assault case, a judge said Thursday., Chris Brown has received an "extremely favorable" report from probation officials overseeing his felony assault case, a judge said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/egypt-algeria-in-a-growing-diplomatic-row-caused-by-their-bitter-soccer-rivalry-70510492.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:10:03Z Egypt, Algeria in a growing diplomatic row caused by their bitter soccer rivalry Egypt on Thursday recalled its ambassador to Algeria for consultations as part of a growing diplomatic row caused by a bitter soccer rivalry between the two Arab nations that has sparked violence among fans., Egypt on Thursday recalled its ambassador to Algeria for consultations as part of a growing diplomatic row caused by a bitter soccer rivalry between the two Arab nations that has sparked violence among fans. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/product-recalls-cookware-ski-bindings-70548182.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:05:04Z Product recalls: cookware, ski bindings, Smoked Nova Salmon The following recalls have been announced:, The following recalls have been announced: http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/3-teens-accused-of-setting-15-year-old-fla-boy-on-fire-plead-not-guilty-to-attempted-murder-70563767.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:05:03Z 3 teens accused of setting 15-year-old Fla. boy on fire plead not guilty to attempted murder Three teenagers accused of setting a 15-year-old south Florida boy on fire have pleaded not guilty to attempted second-degree murder., Three teenagers accused of setting a 15-year-old south Florida boy on fire have pleaded not guilty to attempted second-degree murder. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/russia-ukrainian-premiers-to-meet-in-a-bid-to-ease-tensions-over-russian-gas-supply-to-eu-70449002.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:00:14Z Putin gives Ukraine a break on gas deal, pleasing presidential hopeful Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin promised Thursday to give struggling Ukraine a break by altering tough conditions in a natural gas contract, a move that could ease European supply concerns and give Putin's counterpart Yulia Tymoshenko a boost amid a bitter presidential campaign., Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin promised Thursday to give struggling Ukraine a break by altering tough conditions in a natural gas contract, a move that could ease European supply concerns and give Putin's counterpart Yulia Tymoshenko a boost amid a bitter presidential campaign. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/judge-to-feds-shes-our-employee-stay-out-of-it-70542122.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:00:12Z Judge to feds: She's our employee, stay out of it For the second time in two days, a federal judge has ruled that the government can't refuse to authorize health coverage for the same-sex spouse of a court employee., For the second time in two days, a federal judge has ruled that the government can't refuse to authorize health coverage for the same-sex spouse of a court employee. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gold-silver-recover-from-early-losses-other-commodities-fall-as-dollar-rises-70562222.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:00:11Z Gold, silver recover from early losses but other commodities fall as dollar rises Gold and silver recovered from early losses Thursday, but other commodities fell as the dollar strengthened., Gold and silver recovered from early losses Thursday, but other commodities fell as the dollar strengthened. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/19-gang-members-indicted-on-racketeering-charges-70539292.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:00:04Z 19 gang members indicted on racketeering charges A federal grand jury in Maryland has indicted 19 alleged gang members on racketeering conspiracy charges, authorities said Thursday., A federal grand jury in Maryland has indicted 19 alleged gang members on racketeering conspiracy charges, authorities said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/negotiations-close-to-beginning-for-potential-pacquiao-mayweather-megafight-70563072.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T15:00:03Z Negotiations close to beginning for potential Pacquiao-Mayweather megafight Top Rank promoter Bob Arum is ready to begin negotiations for a megafight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr., Top Rank promoter Bob Arum is ready to begin negotiations for a megafight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/utilities-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562917.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:56:08Z Utilities companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top utilities companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top utilities companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/silver-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562912.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:56:06Z Silver companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top silver companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top silver companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/intuit-posts-bigger-1st-quarter-loss-disappointing-profit-forecast-70562897.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:56:05Z Intuit posts bigger 1st-quarter loss, disappointing profit forecast Software maker Intuit Inc. posted a growing quarterly loss Thursday and an earnings forecast that disappointed Wall Street., Software maker Intuit Inc. posted a growing quarterly loss Thursday and an earnings forecast that disappointed Wall Street. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/telecom-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562892.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:56:04Z Telecom companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top telecom companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top telecom companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/railroads-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562882.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:56:03Z Railroads companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top railroads companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top railroads companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/staffing-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562872.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:56:02Z Staffing companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top staffing companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top staffing companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/specialty-retail-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562862.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:56:01Z Specialty Retail companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top specialty retail companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top specialty retail companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pharmaceuticals-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562852.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:59Z Pharmaceuticals companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top pharmaceuticals companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top pharmaceuticals companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/jc-penney-ceo-navigates-tough-economy-with-exclusive-brands-optimism-and-life-experience-70526882.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:58Z J.C. Penney CEO navigates tough economy with exclusive brands, optimism and life experience This holiday season, J.C. Penney CEO and Chairman Myron E. Ullman III is armed with a lineup of exclusive fashion brands he helped bring to the department store chain, and he's ready to battle key rivals like Macy's., This holiday season, J.C. Penney CEO and Chairman Myron E. Ullman III is armed with a lineup of exclusive fashion brands he helped bring to the department store chain, and he's ready to battle key rivals like Macy's. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/report-on-last-seasons-wind-ice-storms-in-ky-says-moving-power-lines-underground-too-costly-70562847.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:57Z Report on last season's wind, ice storms in Ky. says moving power lines underground too costly A report released Thursday on last season's ice and wind storms says Kentucky's utilities should not spend billions of dollars burying electrical transmission lines to prevent future mass outages., A report released Thursday on last season's ice and wind storms says Kentucky's utilities should not spend billions of dollars burying electrical transmission lines to prevent future mass outages. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/unicef-says-more-children-in-school-and-fewer-dying-x2014-but-1-billion-still-struggle-to-survive-70481172.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:54Z UN urges help for 1 billion deprived children and hundreds of millions affected by violence UNICEF urged the world to help the 1 billion children still deprived of food, shelter, clean water or health care — and the hundreds of millions more threatened by violence — two decades after the U.N. adopted a treaty guaranteeing children's rights., UNICEF urged the world to help the 1 billion children still deprived of food, shelter, clean water or health care — and the hundreds of millions more threatened by violence — two decades after the U.N. adopted a treaty guaranteeing children's rights. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pbm-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562837.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:52Z PBM companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top pbm companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top pbm companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/oil-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562822.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:51Z Oil companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top oil companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top oil companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/medical-devices-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562817.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:49Z Medical Devices companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top medical devices companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top medical devices companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/media-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562812.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:48Z Media companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top media companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top media companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/managed-care-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562807.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:47Z Managed Care companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top managed care companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top managed care companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/machinery-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562802.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:45Z Machinery companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top machinery companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top machinery companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/investment-banks-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562797.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:44Z Investment Banks companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top investment banks companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top investment banks companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/internet-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562792.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:43Z Internet companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top internet companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top internet companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/insurers-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562782.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:41Z Insurers companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top insurers companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top insurers companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/homebuilders-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562777.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:40Z Homebuilders companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top homebuilders companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top homebuilders companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/health-care-equipment-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562767.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:38Z Health Care Equipment companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/gold-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562762.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:37Z Gold companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top gold companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top gold companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/food-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562757.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:36Z Food companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top food companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top food companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/finance-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562747.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:34Z Finance companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top finance companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top finance companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/electrical-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562737.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:33Z Electrical companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top electrical companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top electrical companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/education-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562732.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:32Z Education companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top education companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top education companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/durable-goods-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562727.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:31Z Durable Goods companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top durable goods companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top durable goods companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/drugstore-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562722.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:30Z Drugstore companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top drugstore companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top drugstore companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/construction-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562712.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:28Z Construction companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top construction companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top construction companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/computer-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562707.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:27Z Computer companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top computer companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top computer companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/commercial-banks-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562702.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:26Z Commercial Banks companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top commercial banks companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top commercial banks companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/coal-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562697.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:25Z Coal companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top coal companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top coal companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/broadline-retail-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562692.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:23Z Broadline Retail companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top broadline retail companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top broadline retail companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/biotechnology-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562687.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:22Z Biotechnology companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top biotechnology companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top biotechnology companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/beverages-companies-shares-mixed-at-the-close-of-trading-70562682.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:21Z Beverages companies shares mixed at the close of trading Shares of some top beverages companies were mixed at the close of trading:, Shares of some top beverages companies were mixed at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/autos-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562677.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:20Z Autos companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top autos companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top autos companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/airlines-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562672.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:19Z Airlines companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top airlines companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top airlines companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/aerospace-companies-shares-down-at-the-close-of-trading-70562662.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:18Z Aerospace companies shares down at the close of trading Shares of some top aerospace companies were down at the close of trading:, Shares of some top aerospace companies were down at the close of trading: http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/arubas-1st-quarter-loss-grows-as-legal-charge-offsets-higher-sales-but-still-tops-estimates-70562657.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:16Z Aruba's 1st-quarter loss grows as legal charge offsets higher sales but still tops estimates Aruba Networks Inc. posted a wider quarterly loss Thursday as one-time legal costs outweighed sales growth., Aruba Networks Inc. posted a wider quarterly loss Thursday as one-time legal costs outweighed sales growth. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/las-vegas-gang-member-sentenced-in-04-shooting-70562652.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:15Z Las Vegas gang member sentenced in '04 shooting The U.S. attorney for Nevada says a Las Vegas street gang member has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in a 2004 shooting at a North Las Vegas apartment complex., The U.S. attorney for Nevada says a Las Vegas street gang member has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in a 2004 shooting at a North Las Vegas apartment complex. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/customs-agents-seize-316000-bongs-in-la-70539307.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:10Z Customs agents seize 316,000 bongs in LA Customs officials say they got a surprise when they found 316,000 glass bongs disguised as Christmas ornaments at the Los Angeles harbor., Customs officials say they got a surprise when they found 316,000 glass bongs disguised as Christmas ornaments at the Los Angeles harbor. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/gop-governors-push-for-2010-party-rebirth-70555207.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:09Z GOP governors push for 2010 party rebirth Thrilled with twin victories this month, Republican governors are looking to lead a party-wide resurgence in 2010 and shape the GOP for years to come., Thrilled with twin victories this month, Republican governors are looking to lead a party-wide resurgence in 2010 and shape the GOP for years to come. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/govt-wants-to-expand-expedited-screening-of-low-risk-arriving-travelers-at-more-airports-70562267.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:08Z Govt wants to expand expedited screening of low-risk, arriving travelers at more airports The Homeland Security Department wants to expand speedy screening of preapproved, low-risk air travelers arriving in the United States to most international airports in the country., The Homeland Security Department wants to expand speedy screening of preapproved, low-risk air travelers arriving in the United States to most international airports in the country. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/opposition-strong-to-barbours-plan-to-merge-mississippis-3-black-universities-into-1-70562632.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:05Z Opposition strong to Barbour's plan to merge Mississippi's 3 black universities into 1 Gov. Haley Barbour's plan to merge Mississippi's three historically black universities has created a tense atmosphere in a state saddled with a violent civil rights past and a decades-long legal battle over the historic underfunding of those schools., Gov. Haley Barbour's plan to merge Mississippi's three historically black universities has created a tense atmosphere in a state saddled with a violent civil rights past and a decades-long legal battle over the historic underfunding of those schools. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/rubio-takes-ideas-from-obama-uses-them-in-his-own-ad-against-gov-crist-in-fla-senate-race-70562617.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:55:03Z Rubio takes ideas from Obama, uses them in his own ad against Gov. Crist in Fla. Senate race Former Florida House Speaker Marco Rubio, who criticizes Gov. Charlie Crist for being a fan of President Barack Obama's stimulus package, is himself a fan of one of Obama's campaign ads., Former Florida House Speaker Marco Rubio, who criticizes Gov. Charlie Crist for being a fan of President Barack Obama's stimulus package, is himself a fan of one of Obama's campaign ads. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/marathon-oil-cuts-2010-capital-spending-by-1-billion-shares-tumble-70527317.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:50:29Z Marathon Oil cuts 2010 capital spending by $1 billion, shares tumble Marathon Oil will cut capital expenditures by about $1 billion in 2010, the company said Thursday, with a larger percentage of funds going toward exploration and production and a smaller percentage toward its hard-hit refining business., Marathon Oil will cut capital expenditures by about $1 billion in 2010, the company said Thursday, with a larger percentage of funds going toward exploration and production and a smaller percentage toward its hard-hit refining business. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/cf-shareholders-tender-62-pct-of-shares-into-agriums-51b-buyout-offer-terra-votes-friday-70525812.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:50:26Z CF shareholders tender 62 pct of shares into Agrium's $5.1B buyout offer; Terra votes Friday Developments this week could determine whether the fertilizer wars may finally be coming to an end., Developments this week could determine whether the fertilizer wars may finally be coming to an end. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/top-detroit-school-official-seeks-court-order-to-compel-school-board-member-to-testify-70562262.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:50:25Z Top Detroit school official seeks court order to compel school board member to testify The Detroit Public Schools will seek a court order forcing a school board member to testify about his role in a $1.5 billion construction bond issue, the district's emergency financial manager said Thursday., The Detroit Public Schools will seek a court order forcing a school board member to testify about his role in a $1.5 billion construction bond issue, the district's emergency financial manager said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/firm-median-home-price-in-norcal-rises-in-october-from-september-70530477.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:50:16Z Firm: Calif median home price rises in month The median home price in California reached its highest level in nearly a year, a fresh sign that the housing market is undergoing a sustained recovery, a tracking firm said in a report released Thursday., The median home price in California reached its highest level in nearly a year, a fresh sign that the housing market is undergoing a sustained recovery, a tracking firm said in a report released Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/dress-barn-1st-qtr-profit-rises-10-pct-on-higher-sales-vote-on-tween-takeover-next-week-70562212.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:50:09Z Dress Barn 1st-qtr profit rises 10 pct on higher sales; vote on Tween takeover next week Women's clothing retailer Dress Barn Inc. said its profit rose 10 percent in the fiscal first quarter on higher sales and issued an improved outlook for the full year., Women's clothing retailer Dress Barn Inc. said its profit rose 10 percent in the fiscal first quarter on higher sales and issued an improved outlook for the full year. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/plan-to-use-cruise-ships-for-lodging-at-vancouver-olympics-is-dead-in-the-water-70560047.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:45:16Z Plan to use cruise ships for lodging at Vancouver Olympics is dead in the water An Olympic housing plan in which thousands of visitors would have stayed on cruise ships has been called off because of the rough economy., An Olympic housing plan in which thousands of visitors would have stayed on cruise ships has been called off because of the rough economy. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/as-bailouts-wind-down-treasury-will-auction-warrants-for-jpmorgan-capital-one-tcf-financial-70544107.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:45:10Z As bailouts wind down, Treasury will auction warrants for JPMorgan, Capital One, TCF Financial The Treasury Department said Thursday it will auction off warrants for three banks that it acquired as part of last fall's financial bailout. It's the latest government effort to reel in its emergency financial programs., The Treasury Department said Thursday it will auction off warrants for three banks that it acquired as part of last fall's financial bailout. It's the latest government effort to reel in its emergency financial programs. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pa-public-utility-commission-approves-dominion-peoples-sale-deal-linked-to-wva-sale-70559987.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:45:08Z Pa. Public Utility Commission approves Dominion Peoples sale; deal linked to W.Va. sale The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has unanimously approved the sale of Dominion Peoples, Pittsburgh's largest natural gas utility, to a San Francisco-based investors group subsidiary., The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has unanimously approved the sale of Dominion Peoples, Pittsburgh's largest natural gas utility, to a San Francisco-based investors group subsidiary. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/lebanese-pop-diva-under-fire-for-song-comparing-black-egyptians-to-monkeys-70537132.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:45:04Z Lebanese pop diva under fire for song comparing black Egyptians to monkeys A famous Lebanese pop singer, who normally stirs controversy for her seductive dresses and provocative dancing, has now been accused of singing a song with racist lyrics that compares black Egyptians to monkeys., A famous Lebanese pop singer, who normally stirs controversy for her seductive dresses and provocative dancing, has now been accused of singing a song with racist lyrics that compares black Egyptians to monkeys. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/cal-sales-median-prices-in-october-vs-year-ago-70557237.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:40:19Z Cal sales, median prices in October vs. year ago Home sales, median prices in October compared to a year ago in selected California counties:, Home sales, median prices in October compared to a year ago in selected California counties: http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/san-diego-state-athletic-director-resigns-70535652.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:40:18Z San Diego State athletic director resigns San Diego State athletic director Jeff Schemmel resigned Thursday after a university investigation of his travel expenses., San Diego State athletic director Jeff Schemmel resigned Thursday after a university investigation of his travel expenses. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/stimulus-watchdog-white-house-overplayed-jobs-data-shouldve-acknowledged-uncertainty-flaws-70495087.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:40:11Z STIMULUS WATCH: Did White House downplay errors in rush to take credit for job data? The government watchdog overseeing economic stimulus spending said Thursday that, in its rush to take credit for saving hundreds of thousands of jobs, the Obama administration was overly confident in its job-counting and did not acknowledge significant errors in the figures., The government watchdog overseeing economic stimulus spending said Thursday that, in its rush to take credit for saving hundreds of thousands of jobs, the Obama administration was overly confident in its job-counting and did not acknowledge significant errors in the figures. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/dixon-jurors-send-more-questions-after-dismissal-70557097.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:40:06Z Dixon jurors send more questions after dismissal Jurors in Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon's theft trial continued to send questions after they were dismissed for the day, prompting the judge to call them back in to the courtroom and tell them to stop., Jurors in Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon's theft trial continued to send questions after they were dismissed for the day, prompting the judge to call them back in to the courtroom and tell them to stop. http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/anatomical-art-once-owned-by-ben-franklin-go-on-display-at-philadelphia-hospital-70526872.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:40:03Z Anatomical art once owned by Ben Franklin on display at Philadelphia hospital Centuries before X-rays, CAT scans and ultrasounds gave doctors a view inside the human body, the best images medical students often had were illustrations drawn by artists of bodies in a morgue., Centuries before X-rays, CAT scans and ultrasounds gave doctors a view inside the human body, the best images medical students often had were illustrations drawn by artists of bodies in a morgue. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/mexico-orders-canadian-firm-to-end-mining-in-historic-town-70555297.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:35:24Z Mexico orders Canadian firm to end mining in historic town The Mexican government has ordered a Canadian-owned gold miner to halt operations in a colonial-era hamlet where residents say blasting has damaged the landscape and chemical runoff threatens to contaminate the water supply with cyanide., The Mexican government has ordered a Canadian-owned gold miner to halt operations in a colonial-era hamlet where residents say blasting has damaged the landscape and chemical runoff threatens to contaminate the water supply with cyanide. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/sears-posts-2nd-consecutive-quarterly-loss-as-customers-spend-money-elsewhere-70451317.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:35:22Z Sears posts narrower 3rd-quarter loss on cost-cutting efforts; sales continue to fall Shoppers increased their spending at Kmart stores for the first time in at least seven years this fall, picking up cheap toys, shoes and items for their homes., Shoppers increased their spending at Kmart stores for the first time in at least seven years this fall, picking up cheap toys, shoes and items for their homes. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/seattles-swedish-medical-center-warns-it-might-stop-accepting-regence-blueshield-as-provider-70555272.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:35:19Z Seattle's Swedish Medical Center warns it might stop accepting Regence BlueShield as provider Seattle's Swedish Medical Center says it might stop accepting Regence BlueShield — the region's biggest health insurer — as a provider because its reimbursement rates are too low., Seattle's Swedish Medical Center says it might stop accepting Regence BlueShield — the region's biggest health insurer — as a provider because its reimbursement rates are too low. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/tyson-foods-names-donnie-smith-as-ceo-replacing-interim-ceo-leland-tollett-lochner-named-coo-70459872.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:35:18Z Tyson Foods signals profitability more stable, replaces Tollett as CEO with Donnie Smith In a move that signals Tyson Foods Inc. believes its chicken business is again profitable, the world's largest meat maker has named a new CEO to replace interim head Leland Tollett, who had been tapped in January to help weather an industry downturn., In a move that signals Tyson Foods Inc. believes its chicken business is again profitable, the world's largest meat maker has named a new CEO to replace interim head Leland Tollett, who had been tapped in January to help weather an industry downturn. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/house-panel-wants-federal-reserves-books-scrutinized-70555262.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:35:16Z House panel wants Federal Reserve's books scrutinized The House Financial Services Committee has voted to pull the curtain on the normally secretive Federal Reserve by subjecting the nation's central bank to a sweeping congressional audit., The House Financial Services Committee has voted to pull the curtain on the normally secretive Federal Reserve by subjecting the nation's central bank to a sweeping congressional audit. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/iowa-gov-culver-orders-agencies-to-review-30-tax-credit-programs-after-film-program-problems-70554767.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:35:15Z Iowa Gov. Culver orders agencies to review 30 tax credit programs after film program problems Iowa Gov. Chet Culver is ordering a review of 30 tax credit programs administered by six state agencies to determine if they are meeting goals established when they were enacted., Iowa Gov. Chet Culver is ordering a review of 30 tax credit programs administered by six state agencies to determine if they are meeting goals established when they were enacted. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/how-the-dow-jones-industrials-and-other-major-stock-indexes-fared-in-thursdays-trading-70555192.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:35:03Z How the Dow Jones industrials and other major stock indexes fared in Thursday's trading Signs of a subdued economic recovery sent investors out of stocks Thursday and in search of safer assets like the dollar. Energy and material stocks logged some of the biggest losses as a jump in the dollar sent commodity prices tumbling. Meanwhile, an analyst's downgrade of the chip industry pulled technology shares sharply lower., Signs of a subdued economic recovery sent investors out of stocks Thursday and in search of safer assets like the dollar. Energy and material stocks logged some of the biggest losses as a jump in the dollar sent commodity prices tumbling. Meanwhile, an analyst's downgrade of the chip industry pulled technology shares sharply lower. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/money-fund-assets-rose-by-371-billion-to-3339-trillion-in-latest-week-70554762.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:30:18Z Money fund assets rose by $3.71 billion to $3.339 trillion in latest week Total money market mutual fund assets rose by $3.71 billion to $3.339 trillion for the week, the Investment Company Institute said Thursday., Total money market mutual fund assets rose by $3.71 billion to $3.339 trillion for the week, the Investment Company Institute said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/big-rig-driver-killed-in-crash-west-of-phoenix-70554367.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:30:17Z Big rig driver killed in crash near Phoenix ID'd Authorities have released the name of a driver who was killed when his big rig veered off Interstate 10 and crashed into a rest stop residence outside Phoenix., Authorities have released the name of a driver who was killed when his big rig veered off Interstate 10 and crashed into a rest stop residence outside Phoenix. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/university-of-calif-committee-backs-32-percent-student-fee-hike-as-protests-spread-70448167.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:30:14Z University of Calif. imposes $2,500 fee increase as police in riot gear watch over protest The governing board of the University of California approved a $2,500 student fee increase Thursday after two days of tense campus protests across the state., The governing board of the University of California approved a $2,500 student fee increase Thursday after two days of tense campus protests across the state. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/summary-box-foreclosures-break-record-for-9th-straight-quarter-hit-14-percent-nationwide-70554737.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:30:12Z Summary Box: Foreclosures break record for 9th straight quarter, hit 14 percent nationwide FORECLOSURES RISE: The Mortgage Bankers Association reported that 14 percent of homeowners with a mortgage were either behind on payments or in foreclosure at the end of September. That was a record-high figure for the ninth straight quarter., FORECLOSURES RISE: The Mortgage Bankers Association reported that 14 percent of homeowners with a mortgage were either behind on payments or in foreclosure at the end of September. That was a record-high figure for the ninth straight quarter. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/florida-retail-federation-plans-to-seek-partial-rollback-of-unemployment-comp-tax-hike-70554722.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:30:10Z Florida Retail Federation plans to seek partial rollback of unemployment comp tax hike Some Florida businesses want to partly roll back an increase in their unemployment compensation tax after being shocked by its magnitude., Some Florida businesses want to partly roll back an increase in their unemployment compensation tax after being shocked by its magnitude. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/tigers-minor-league-3b-baseman-ron-bourquin-suspended-for-50-games-for-amphetamine-70554687.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:30:07Z Tigers minor league 3B baseman Ron Bourquin suspended for 50 games for amphetamine A minor leaguer in the Detroit Tigers' organization has been suspended for 50 games after testing positive for an amphetamine under baseball's minor league drug program., A minor leaguer in the Detroit Tigers' organization has been suspended for 50 games after testing positive for an amphetamine under baseball's minor league drug program. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/federal-effort-to-provide-financing-for-state-housing-agencies-totals-29-billion-in-financing-70554377.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:25:15Z Federal effort to provide financing for state housing agencies totals $29 billion in financing A new federal program to support state and local housing finance agencies is expected to involve more than $29 billion in government support, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac disclosed Thursday., A new federal program to support state and local housing finance agencies is expected to involve more than $29 billion in government support, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac disclosed Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/ap-says-90-layoffs-this-week-bring-the-news-agency-to-its-goal-of-a-10-percent-payroll-cut-70543192.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:25:05Z AP says 90 layoffs this week bring the news agency to its goal of a 10 percent payroll cut The Associated Press said Thursday it laid off 90 news employees worldwide this week to reach its goal of cutting annual payroll costs by 10 percent., The Associated Press said Thursday it laid off 90 news employees worldwide this week to reach its goal of cutting annual payroll costs by 10 percent. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/tower-group-cfo-colalucci-to-retire-in-march-be-replaced-by-pma-capitals-hitselberger-70553967.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:20:17Z Tower Group CFO Colalucci to retire in March, be replaced by PMA Capital's Hitselberger Property and casualty insurer Tower Group Inc. said Thursday that Chief Financial Officer Francis Colalucci will retire on March 15., Property and casualty insurer Tower Group Inc. said Thursday that Chief Financial Officer Francis Colalucci will retire on March 15. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/washington-state-budget-deficit-zooms-to-26b-on-weaker-revenue-tax-hikes-now-almost-certain-70553922.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:20:10Z Washington state budget deficit zooms to $2.6B on weaker revenue, tax hikes now almost certain Tax increases probably can't be avoided as Washington state tries to patch a budget deficit that's ballooned to about $2.6 billion, top Democratic lawmakers said Thursday., Tax increases probably can't be avoided as Washington state tries to patch a budget deficit that's ballooned to about $2.6 billion, top Democratic lawmakers said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/conservative-think-tank-recommends-eliminating-utah-office-of-tourism-to-save-money-70553467.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:20:09Z Conservative think tank recommends eliminating Utah Office of Tourism to save money A conservative think tank that is influential with the state's Republican-controlled Legislature wants to abolish the Utah Office of Tourism., A conservative think tank that is influential with the state's Republican-controlled Legislature wants to abolish the Utah Office of Tourism. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/senate-confirms-controversial-obama-nominee-for-chicago-appeals-court-70539677.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:20:07Z Senate confirms controversial Obama nominee for Chicago appeals court The Senate on Thursday confirmed U.S. District Judge David Hamilton for the Chicago-based federal appeals court, approving a nominee targeted by conservatives as a liberal activist., The Senate on Thursday confirmed U.S. District Judge David Hamilton for the Chicago-based federal appeals court, approving a nominee targeted by conservatives as a liberal activist. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/tracy-police-probe-beating-death-of-elderly-man-70553907.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:20:06Z Tracy police probe beating death of elderly man Authorities are trying to determine who beat a 72-year-old man to death in his Tracy home., Authorities are trying to determine who beat a 72-year-old man to death in his Tracy home. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/university-of-california-fees-glance-70553897.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:20:05Z University of California Fees-Glance Here are the average annual University of California fees for full-time resident undergraduates in the past decade, excluding room, board, books and individual campus fees:, Here are the average annual University of California fees for full-time resident undergraduates in the past decade, excluding room, board, books and individual campus fees: http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/funeral-set-for-saturday-for-md-reservist-70553887.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:20:03Z Funeral set for Saturday for Md. reservist A funeral Mass has been scheduled for an Army Reservist from Baltimore who was killed in a roadside bombing in Afghanistan., A funeral Mass has been scheduled for an Army Reservist from Baltimore who was killed in a roadside bombing in Afghanistan. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/marathon-oil-time-warner-gamestop-sears-whole-foods-are-among-big-market-movers-thursday-70553472.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:15:16Z Marathon Oil, Time Warner, GameStop, Sears, Whole Foods are among big market movers Thursday The following stocks were among those that moved substantially or traded heavily Thursday on the New York Stock Exchange:, The following stocks were among those that moved substantially or traded heavily Thursday on the New York Stock Exchange: http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/police-10k-worth-of-jewelry-stolen-from-man-found-shot-to-death-inside-burning-oklahoma-home-70526362.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:15:08Z Police: $10K worth of jewelry stolen from man found shot to death inside burning Oklahoma home About $10,000 worth of jewelry was stolen from one of four people found shot to death last week inside a burning home in Oklahoma City, police said Thursday., About $10,000 worth of jewelry was stolen from one of four people found shot to death last week inside a burning home in Oklahoma City, police said Thursday. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/jury-convicts-ex-mckesson-chairman-of-fraud-clears-companys-former-top-lawyer-70534127.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:15:06Z Ex-drug distributor chairman convicted of fraud A federal jury on Thursday found the former head of the country's largest drug distributor guilty of fraud, nearly 10 years after he played a central role in one of the costliest corporate accounting scandals of the time., A federal jury on Thursday found the former head of the country's largest drug distributor guilty of fraud, nearly 10 years after he played a central role in one of the costliest corporate accounting scandals of the time. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/no-18-clemson-finds-plenty-of-playmakers-70548102.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:15:04Z No. 18 Clemson finds playmakers in revived offense No. 18 Clemson's offense has become much more than speedy stars C.J. Spiller and Jacoby Ford., No. 18 Clemson's offense has become much more than speedy stars C.J. Spiller and Jacoby Ford. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/new-era-cap-co-closing-some-facilities-consolidating-others-economy-to-blame-70553042.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:10:14Z New Era Cap Co. closing some facilities, consolidating others; Economy to blame New Era Cap Co., which supplies Major League baseball players and celebrities, said Thursday that low consumer demand is forcing the consolidation of its U.S. manufacturing operations from three plants into one., New Era Cap Co., which supplies Major League baseball players and celebrities, said Thursday that low consumer demand is forcing the consolidation of its U.S. manufacturing operations from three plants into one. http://www.sfexaminer.com/world/cash-strapped-mexico-city-pushes-ahead-with-transit-bike-improvements-70548147.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:10:13Z Cash strapped Mexico City pushes ahead with transit, bike improvements Cash-strapped Mexico City is pressing ahead with new bus lines and bike lanes in 2010, buoyed by prestigious recognition for a world-class transit system that has reduced pollution in one of the globe's largest cities., Cash-strapped Mexico City is pressing ahead with new bus lines and bike lanes in 2010, buoyed by prestigious recognition for a world-class transit system that has reduced pollution in one of the globe's largest cities. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/senate-passes-bill-offering-medical-benefits-stipends-to-wounded-vets-caregivers-70540887.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:10:08Z Senate passes bill offering medical benefits, stipends to wounded vets' caregivers The Senate on Thursday unanimously passed legislation that would provide monthly stipends and medical benefits to family members who stay home to care for severely injured veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan., The Senate on Thursday unanimously passed legislation that would provide monthly stipends and medical benefits to family members who stay home to care for severely injured veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/massachusetts-unemployment-rate-drops-to-89-percent-in-october-for-1st-time-since-june-2007-70543682.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:10:04Z Massachusetts' unemployment rate drops to 8.9 percent in October, 1st time since June 2007 The Massachusetts unemployment rate fell last month for the first time in nearly 2 1/2 years as the job market was spurred by expansion in the science, health and business services sectors., The Massachusetts unemployment rate fell last month for the first time in nearly 2 1/2 years as the job market was spurred by expansion in the science, health and business services sectors. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/ny-jury-in-junior-gotti-case-says-it-cant-reach-verdict-told-to-keep-deliberating-70535622.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:05:12Z NYC jury in 'Junior' Gotti case goes home for weekend after signaling possible deadlock Jurors at the racketeering trial of John "Junior" Gotti raised the specter of a fourth mistrial in the case, telling a judge Thursday that they were deadlocked on murder and other charges against the son of the infamous mob boss., Jurors at the racketeering trial of John "Junior" Gotti raised the specter of a fourth mistrial in the case, telling a judge Thursday that they were deadlocked on murder and other charges against the son of the infamous mob boss. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/tennessee-foreign-currencies-trader-who-cheated-investors-out-of-18m-sentenced-to-24-years-70552422.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:05:04Z Tennessee foreign currencies trader who cheated investors out of $18M sentenced to 24 years A foreign currencies trader who cheated investors in more than 20 states to support a lavish lifestyle and buy presents for a girlfriend has been sentenced to 24 years in prison., A foreign currencies trader who cheated investors in more than 20 states to support a lavish lifestyle and buy presents for a girlfriend has been sentenced to 24 years in prison. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/a-9th-nascar-title-awaits-rick-hendrick-who-might-make-more-history-with-a-1-2-3-finish-70552412.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:05:02Z A 9th NASCAR title awaits Rick Hendrick, who might make more history with a 1-2-3 finish There will be much for Hendrick Motorsports to celebrate on Sunday night., There will be much for Hendrick Motorsports to celebrate on Sunday night. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/rising-dollar-weak-economic-data-drag-stocks-lower-dow-gives-up-93-points-70543712.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:00:16Z Rising dollar, weak US economic data drag stocks lower; Dow gives up 93 points Signs of a subdued U.S. economic recovery sent investors out of stocks Thursday and in search of safer assets like the dollar., Signs of a subdued U.S. economic recovery sent investors out of stocks Thursday and in search of safer assets like the dollar. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/continental-airlines-launches-daily-nonstop-service-between-newark-and-munich-70551292.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:00:14Z Continental Airlines launches daily nonstop service between Newark and Munich Continental Airlines Inc., the world's fifth largest airline, said Thursday it will launch daily nonstop service between its New York hub at Newark Liberty International Airport and Munich on March 27., Continental Airlines Inc., the world's fifth largest airline, said Thursday it will launch daily nonstop service between its New York hub at Newark Liberty International Airport and Munich on March 27. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/ap-source-pentagon-to-announce-broad-probe-of-fort-hood-shooting-led-by-ex-defense-official-70463992.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:00:13Z Pentagon launches quick hunt for more Hasans, longer look at possible lapses in Fort Hood case The Pentagon said Thursday it will scour its procedures for identifying volatile soldiers hidden in the ranks following the Fort Hood shooting rampage and lapses that might allow others to slip through bureaucratic cracks., The Pentagon said Thursday it will scour its procedures for identifying volatile soldiers hidden in the ranks following the Fort Hood shooting rampage and lapses that might allow others to slip through bureaucratic cracks. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/suntech-powers-3rd-quarter-earnings-top-expectations-sees-shipments-growing-next-year-70551262.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:00:11Z Suntech Power's 3rd-quarter earnings top expectations, sees shipments growing next year Shares of Chinese solar energy company Suntech Power Holdings Co. Ltd. closed up 6 percent Thursday as the company signaled improving demand despite a drop in quarterly earnings., Shares of Chinese solar energy company Suntech Power Holdings Co. Ltd. closed up 6 percent Thursday as the company signaled improving demand despite a drop in quarterly earnings. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/philadelphia-jury-convicts-confessed-cop-killer-of-1st-degree-murder-penalty-phase-next-70551232.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T14:00:10Z Philadelphia jury convicts confessed cop killer of 1st degree murder, penalty phase next A Philadelphia jury has convicted a confessed cop killer of first-degree murder for fatally shooting a police officer on Halloween 2007., A Philadelphia jury has convicted a confessed cop killer of first-degree murder for fatally shooting a police officer on Halloween 2007. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/wet-seal-says-3rd-qtr-profit-falls-as-sales-decline-4th-quarter-estimates-miss-street-views-70548297.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:55:21Z Wet Seal says 3rd-qtr profit falls as sales decline; 4th-quarter estimates miss Street views Women's wear retailer Wet Seal Inc. said Thursday its profit declined 33 percent in the third quarter as sales fell., Women's wear retailer Wet Seal Inc. said Thursday its profit declined 33 percent in the third quarter as sales fell. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/immunogen-licenses-cancer-fighting-technology-to-amgen-for-1-million-upfront-70545422.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:55:07Z ImmunoGen licenses cancer-fighting technology to Amgen for $1 million upfront ImmunoGen Inc. said Thursday that Amgen Inc. licensed rights to a second potential cancer-treatment from the company for $1 million upfront., ImmunoGen Inc. said Thursday that Amgen Inc. licensed rights to a second potential cancer-treatment from the company for $1 million upfront. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/senate-to-hold-first-health-care-vote-on-saturday-night-70545407.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:50:20Z Senate to hold first health care vote on Saturday night The Senate will hold its first vote on health care legislation on Saturday night and Democrats will need 60 votes to prevail., The Senate will hold its first vote on health care legislation on Saturday night and Democrats will need 60 votes to prevail. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/gates-says-election-hiccups-arent-likely-to-delay-troop-withdrawals-from-iraq-70545392.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:50:19Z Gates says election hiccups aren't likely to delay troop withdrawals from Iraq Defense Secretary Robert Gates says warnings that politics could push back Iraqi elections scheduled for January aren't affecting his plans for a troop withdrawal now., Defense Secretary Robert Gates says warnings that politics could push back Iraqi elections scheduled for January aren't affecting his plans for a troop withdrawal now. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/dwayne-collins-scores-23-points-miami-overpowers-tulane-74-54-70543672.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:50:18Z Dwayne Collins scores 23 points, Miami overpowers Tulane 74-54 Dwayne Collins had 23 points and 14 rebounds as Miami overpowered Tulane 74-54 Thursday in the first round of the Charleston Classic., Dwayne Collins had 23 points and 14 rebounds as Miami overpowered Tulane 74-54 Thursday in the first round of the Charleston Classic. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/advocates-say-economy-has-put-strain-on-food-banks-charities-to-keep-up-with-demand-70545352.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:50:16Z Advocates say economy has put strain on food banks, charities to keep up with demand Soup kitchen workers are seeing new faces in line and charities are taking more calls for help as the recession makes for a less-than-bountiful Thanksgiving., Soup kitchen workers are seeing new faces in line and charities are taking more calls for help as the recession makes for a less-than-bountiful Thanksgiving. http://www.sfexaminer.com/nation/third-fla-man-convicted-in-sears-tower-terrorist-plot-sentenced-to-8-years-in-prison-70526367.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:50:14Z 4 Fla. men in Sears Tower terrorist plot get less prison time than US prosecutors sought Four men described as soldiers in a terrorism plot to destroy Chicago's Sears Tower and bomb FBI offices have each been sentenced to less than a decade behind bars, far less than federal prosecutors sought., Four men described as soldiers in a terrorism plot to destroy Chicago's Sears Tower and bomb FBI offices have each been sentenced to less than a decade behind bars, far less than federal prosecutors sought. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/one-eyed-army-soldier-graduates-officer-program-70545307.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:50:12Z One-eyed Army soldier graduates officer program Peter Sprenger lost his right eye to shrapnel from an exploding car bomb during his first combat tour in Iraq, but the Army infantryman never let the wound dim his focus on staying in the fight., Peter Sprenger lost his right eye to shrapnel from an exploding car bomb during his first combat tour in Iraq, but the Army infantryman never let the wound dim his focus on staying in the fight. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/google-expects-new-operating-system-to-be-running-low-cost-computers-by-2010-holiday-season-70534137.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:50:11Z Google's Chrome OS to be ready for 2010 holidays Consumers will have to wait until next year's holiday shopping season to find out if Google Inc.'s new operating system can deliver on its promise to make low-cost computers run faster., Consumers will have to wait until next year's holiday shopping season to find out if Google Inc.'s new operating system can deliver on its promise to make low-cost computers run faster. http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/ap/clinton-portis-ruled-out-for-redskins-vs-dallas-70545267.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:50:08Z Clinton Portis ruled out for Redskins vs Dallas Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis will miss his second straight game as he recovers from a concussion., Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis will miss his second straight game as he recovers from a concussion. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/us-charges-firms-defrauded-deaf-phone-fund-70545237.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:50:06Z Feds charge firms with stealing millions from fund to help deaf people make phone calls Federal prosecutors have charged more than two dozen people with scheming to steal millions from a telephone program for the deaf., Federal prosecutors have charged more than two dozen people with scheming to steal millions from a telephone program for the deaf. http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/closing-arguments-set-in-baltimore-mayors-trial-70451322.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:45:14Z Dixon jury ends day of deliberations Jurors in Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon's theft trial have ended their first day of deliberations without a verdict., Jurors in Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon's theft trial have ended their first day of deliberations without a verdict. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/the-laclede-group-board-of-directors-increases-dividend-by-1-cent-70544567.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:45:12Z The Laclede Group board of directors increases dividend by 1 cent Gas company The Laclede Group Inc. said Thursday its board of directors boosted the quarterly dividend by 1 cent., Gas company The Laclede Group Inc. said Thursday its board of directors boosted the quarterly dividend by 1 cent. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/pre-paid-legal-services-ftc-may-sue-over-false-marketing-of-id-theft-protection-program-70544562.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:45:11Z Pre-Paid Legal Services: FTC may sue over false marketing of ID theft protection program Pre-Paid Legal Services Inc., a network of independent law firms, said Thursday that the Federal Trade Commission may sue the company over allegedly misleading representations made by its identity theft prevention program., Pre-Paid Legal Services Inc., a network of independent law firms, said Thursday that the Federal Trade Commission may sue the company over allegedly misleading representations made by its identity theft prevention program. http://www.sfexaminer.com/economy/ap/police-la-man-for-creating-a-ponzi-scheme-that-cost-200-investors-over-11-million-70540892.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:45:09Z Police: La. man for creating a Ponzi scheme that cost 200 investors over $11 million A Louisiana businessman was arrested Thursday on charges he engaged in a Ponzi scheme that cost at least 200 investors more than $11 million, money he allegedly used to finance a lavish lifestyle., A Louisiana businessman was arrested Thursday on charges he engaged in a Ponzi scheme that cost at least 200 investors more than $11 million, money he allegedly used to finance a lavish lifestyle. http://www.sfexaminer.com/politics/ap/fec-fines-law-firm-of-mich-lawyer-over-campaign-donations-to-john-edwards-2004-campaign-70544522.html The San Francisco Examiner en 2009-11-19T13:45:07Z FEC fines law firm of Mich. lawyer over campaign donations to John Edwards' 2004 campaign The law firm of a Michigan attorney has agreed to pay a $131,000 fine for campaign finance violations involving donations to former Sen. John Edwards' 2004 presidential campaign., The law firm of a Michigan attorney has agreed to pay a $131,000 fine for campaign finance violations involving donations to former Sen. John Edwards' 2004 presidential campaign.