2008年11月7日星期五

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Calif. gay-marriage ban creates legal uncertainty (AP)

Posted: 07 Nov 2008 02:57 AM CST

Protesters march down Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood, Calif., Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008 during a 'No on Prop 8'' rally. In a heartbreaking defeat for the gay-rights movement, California voters put a stop to gay marriage, creating uncertainty about the legal status of 18,000 same-sex couples who tied the knot during a four-month window of opportunity opened by the state's highest court. (AP Photo/Dan Steinberg)AP - Hundreds of protesters took to the streets Thursday over California's new ban on gay marriage, amid deepening political turmoil and legal confusion over who should have the right to wed.

Neb. officials reviewing affirmative action ban (AP)

Posted: 07 Nov 2008 02:57 AM CST

Ward Connerly, left, visits with former Nebraska Attorney General Don Stenberg Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Lincoln, Neb. while awaiting the final vote tally of Initiative 424, promoted by Connerly to eliminate Affirmative Action in Nebraska. Nebraska's cities, counties, flagship university and possibly other public groups are beginning to scour their programs to see if they violate a ban on affirmative action that voters approved this week. (AP Photo/Bill Wolf)AP - At Southeast Community College, Jose J. Soto may have to change his title: vice president of affirmative action.

NYC raises red-carpet fees, fines in budget crunch (AP)

Posted: 07 Nov 2008 02:50 AM CST

New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg explains his budget plans for fiscal 2009 at a City Hall press conference, Wednesday, Nov.5, 2008, in New York. (AP Photo/ Louis Lanzano)AP - Facing alarming budget deficits, the city has come up with some unusual ways to save money and cut costs: Steeper fees for red-carpet events. Higher parking meter rates. Cheaper reflective traffic signs instead of lighted versions.

No charges for ex-N.Y. governor Spitzer in prostitution case (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 08:36 PM CST

In this March 12, 2008 file photo, former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer announces his resignation at his office in New York. Federal prosecutors said Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008 that they will not bring criminal charges against Spitzer for his role in a prostitution scandal that ended his tenure as governor. Manhattan U.S. Attorney Michael Garcia said that after a thorough investigation, his office found no evidence that Spitzer or his office misused public or campaign funds for prostitution. (AP Photo/Stephen Chernin)AP - Federal prosecutors said Thursday that they will not bring criminal charges against Eliot Spitzer for his role in a prostitution scandal, removing a legal cloud that has surrounded the former New York governor since his epic downfall eight months ago.

Survey: Americans cutting back on gifts (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 11:45 PM CST

Benjamin Gaborieau plays with Star Wars Lego set during the sixth annual Hot Toys For The Holidays from the Canadian Toy Association on Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 in Toronto.(AP Photo/ The Canadian Press/Nathan Denette)AP - Shoppers are scrimping on holiday gifts, but not when it comes to their pets.

Miami jury convicts ex-FBI agent in 1982 killing (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 04:50 PM CST

In this Oct. 1, 2008, file photo, former FBI agent John Connolly listens to the testimony during his murder trial in Miami. Connolly, 68, was convicted Thursday of second-degree murder for leaking information to Boston mobsters that led to the 1982 shooting death of a gambling executive who also had ties to gangsters. Jurors deliberated less than three days before delivering the verdict following a two-month trial. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz, File)AP - Former FBI agent John Connolly was convicted Thursday of second-degree murder for leaking information to Boston mobsters that led to the 1982 shooting death of a gambling executive who also had ties to gangsters.

States consider billions in cuts as deficits widen (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 06:32 PM CST

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger discusses his proposed 1.5 percent sales tax increase during a Capitol news conference in Sacramento, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008. Schwarzenegger proposed the sales tax increase, along with cuts to the current state budget, to help deal with California's fiscal crisis, which has created an $11.2 billion deficit.(AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)AP - The nation's economic meltdown is taking state budgets down with it — especially in California, where Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said Thursday he wants to close a $11.2 billion gap in part by raising sales taxes on everything from cars to Disneyland tickets.

Craigslist to crack down on prostitution ads (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 11:01 PM CST

As Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal looks on, right, Craigslist CEO Jim Buckmaster answers questions at a news conference in Blumenthal's office in Hartford, Conn., Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008. Under the watchful eye of law enforcement in 40 states, Craigslist pledged Thursday to crack down on ads for prostitution on its Web sites. (AP Photo/Bob Child)AP - Under the watchful eye of law enforcement in 40 states, Craigslist pledged Thursday to crack down on ads for prostitution on its Web sites.

Obama's former pastor says media exploited him (AP)

Posted: 07 Nov 2008 02:26 AM CST

President-elect Barack Obama's former pastor Rev. Jeremiah Wright talks at the Kingdom Life Christian Church in Milford, Conn., Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008. Wright Jr. is in Milford to debate religion, race and American history at a Milford church. (AP Photo/Douglas Healey)AP - Barack Obama's former pastor complained Thursday that the media used him as a "weapon of mass destruction" in an attempt to derail Obama's campaign for the presidency.

Fierce early-season blizzard traps SD motorists (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 10:52 PM CST

Kya Olson, 3, left, hides her face from winds gusting to 60 mph sweeping through her family's Rapid City, S.D. front yard, where she and her brother Jaden, 9, play in the snowdrifts ofan early season blizzard. Schools, highways and businesses throughout much of western South Dakota are closed Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, as rain Wednesday turned to snow with winds gusting to 60 mph. (AP Photo/Steve McEnroe)AP - A wintry blast of punishing wind and close to 4 feet of snow in places pummeled the Northern Plains on Thursday, stranding unknown numbers of motorists for a day or more and knocking out power to thousands.

Alum gives U. of Chicago $300M for business school (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 09:52 PM CST

AP - The University of Chicago announced Thursday that an alumnus has given its business school a $300 million gift, a record sum that comes as many universities worry they'll see donations dry up amid the financial meltdown.

Illinois banks on Obama buzz to boost tourism (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 05:56 PM CST

A sign in the window of 57th Street Books congratulates Barack Obama Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008 in Obama's Hyde Park neighborhood in Chicago. Tourism officials in Illinois say they expect a boost from Barack Obama's election, and they're doing what they can to capitalize on the Obama buzz. (AP Photo/M. Spencer Green)AP - Chicago's tourism Web site beckons visitors to "experience the city the Obamas enjoy." The Illinois Bureau of Tourism plans to launch a three-day getaway promotion featuring Barack Obama sites. And tour guides at the Old State Capitol in Springfield may get new scripts to stress two important speeches the president-elect made as a candidate.

4 accused in Calif. of killing fellow Marine, wife (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 08:59 PM CST

AP - Four Marines, including one known as "Psycho," told investigators they robbed and murdered a fellow Marine and his wife last month after breaking into their home in search of valuables and sexually assaulting the woman, according to court documents.

Secret recordings played at ex-OC sheriff's trial (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 11:44 PM CST

AP - Federal prosecutors played secretly recorded conversations Thursday that they said show a former Orange County sheriff discussing whether tens of thousands of dollars in alleged cash bribes can be traced.

Clinton: Obama made good choice for chief of staff (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 09:31 PM CST

AP - Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, in her first public appearance since former rival Barack Obama was elected president, praised his choice for White House chief of staff, a former top aide to her husband.

Voters' word may not be last in Minn. Senate race (AP)

Posted: 07 Nov 2008 12:08 AM CST

Democratic Senate candidate Al Franken addresses supporters Democratic election night party while his race with Sen. Norm Coleman was too close to call Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008 in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)AP - One Senate candidate says the voters have spoken. The other says the electorate still needs to be heard.

Obama election shows deep racial divide in church (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 05:30 PM CST

Graphic shows presidential vote by religious affiliation and race; two sizes;AP - The barrier-crossing election of Barack Obama did little to bridge the deep racial divide in American churches. In fact, some clergy say it has only served to underscore their differences.

Money talk loses its taboo as economy sours (AP)

Posted: 06 Nov 2008 12:06 PM CST

An employee working as a money changer prepares U.S. dollar currency for a customer in Jakarta October 28, 2008. (Enny Nuraheni/Reuters)AP - Money used to be like religion or sex: It wasn't talked about in polite company.

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