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In First for Iraq War, No U.S. Deaths in August

For the first time since the U.S. invaded Iraq in 2003, an entire month went by without a single U.S. soldier dying there.

Obama Speech Moved to Same Day as First NFL Game

U.S. President Barack Obama delivers a statement on Hurricane Irene from his vacation on Martha's Vineyard

The president will address Congress on Sept. 8, same day as NFL season opener.

Obama's Major Speech: Shifts Date to Appease Republicans; Will Focus on Jobs

President Barack Obama has bowed to pressure from Republicans and moved the original date of his scheduled high-profile jobs speech. Obama had planned to deliver his major speech suggesting new jobs initiatives that could set the political agenda in Washington for the coming months on Sept. 7 -- but after a Republican request for a date change, it Will be on Sept. 8.

Libyan Rebel Commander Says Gadhafi Is in Desert Stronghold

Moammar Gadhafi is in a desert town outside Tripoli planning a counterattack, a Libyan military chief said Thursday morning.

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Obama Moves Jobs Speech, Bowing to Boehner

President Barack Obama Wednesday evening agreed to unveil new jobs proposals in an address to Congress on Sept. 8, bowing to pressure from Republicans, who objected to the original date conflicting with their presidential debate.

China liquor maker jacks up prices by 30 pct

Chinese liquor maker Wuliangye will raise prices for its alcohol by 20-30 percent from Sept 10, the firm said, the latest company to lift retail prices amid stubborn inflation pressures.

Hubble’s sharpest view of the Orion Nebula, part of the Orion region

Incredible Hubble Space Telescope Movies: See a Star Form [VIDEOS]

A new glimpse of the universe

Boehner Asks Obama to Move Congress Speech

Republican Speaker of the House John Boehner has asked President Obama to move his Sept. 7 speech to the next day -- possibly to avoid a conflict with an already scheduled Republican primary debate.

Deutsche Telekom AG Chief Executive Officer Rene Obermann, Apple Chief Executive Steve Jobs and T-Mobile Chief Executive Hamid Akhavan (L-R) pose for the media following their introduction of Apple's iPhone in Berlin

After AT&T Bid, Who Else Might Target T-Mobile?

If AT&T's bid fails, here are three companies that might eye T-Mobile USA

Union Criticizes DoJ Suit to Block AT&T/T-Mobile Merger

The CWA cited that the proposed merger could create up to 96,000 “quality” jobs and that blocking the deal would be the wrong policy given the backdrop of a weakening U.S. economy and high joblessness.

Moammar Gadhafi, Do You Know Where Your Children Are?

Rebels have overrun the capital of Tripoli, as well as the many mansions and estates owned by the Gadhafi family. The Gadhafis have been driven away, some into hiding and some out of Libya, perhaps for good. But where exactly are Gadhafi's children now?

Top Climate Scientist Arrested at White House Oil Pipeline Protest

James Hansen, a NASA scientist who famously gave congressional testimony on the environmental impacts of global warming back in 1988, was arrested outside of the White House on Monday.

Emanuel's Chicago Police Plan Falls Flat With Unions

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is taking heat from police unions as he looks for ways to cut tens of millions of dollars from the police budget.

Billions in Iraq, Afghanistan Spending Lost to Waste and Fraud: Commission

Government mismanagement of wartime contractors cost billions of taxpayer dollars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and without an overhaul the abuse could continue, according to a Congressionally appointed panel of investigators.

American Officials Aided Gadhafi: Al Jazeera

A producer with Al Jazeera gained access to a demolished Libyan building filled with documents showing Libyan leaders maintained direct communications with influential figures in America.

NDP gains support after leader's death

Canada's left-leaning New Democratic Party has vaulted into a tie in public support with the governing Conservatives in the wake of the death of NDP leader Jack Layton, a poll released on Wednesday showed.

Suspicious Package Found at Illinois Air Force Base, Three Hospitalized

A suspicious package at a U.S. Air Force base about in Illinois, 15 miles east of St. Louis, prompted a temporary closure of parts of the facility Wednesday morning, in addition to sending three people to a nearby hospital.

Canada Q2 economy shrinks, 1st time since recession

The Canadian economy shrank in the second quarter, its first quarterly fall since the 2008-09 recession, with temporary factors such as Japan's earthquake and tsunami playing a big role, Statistics Canada said on Wednesday.

Republican presidential candidate, Texas Gov. Rick Perry

5 Things To Know About Rick Perry

Here are five interesting tidbits about the new king of the GOP:

Gadhafi's Son Saadi Ready to Surrender, Say Rebels

Moammar Gadhafi's son al-Saadi Gadhafi told Libyan rebels on Wednesday that he is ready to surrender. Rebel commander Abdel Hakim Belhaj said that Saadi called him on Tuesday, hoping to negotiate the terms.

Quinnipiac Poll: Is Rick Perry the Ideal Republican Candidate?

In terms of electability, Republican primary voters may see Rick Perry -- who is solidly ahead in four recent polls -- as a happy medium between Mitt Romney and Michele Bachmann.

Refugees during the partition of India in 1947.

Honor Killing in Libya: A Remembrance of Similar Tragedies in 1947 India

The rape of a woman, particularly a young daughter, brings shame not only to the perpetrator, but even more so to the victim herself.

U.S. Republican presidential candidate and Texas Governor Rick Perry

Rick Perry: God, Texas and a Gun (and He's Not Afraid to Use Them)

Rick Perry is surging in recent polls into the lead of the race for the Republican party's presidential nomination. It's easy to see why, from among some prominent things he's been known to tote around, including God, Texas and a gun.

President Obama, GOP Candidates to Compete For Attention on Same Day

Obama will speak to Congress about jobs, economy on Sept. 7.

Hurricane Irene Damage: Insurance Companies Could Cover Less Than Half of Cost

As people living in Hurricane Irene's path begin a multi-billion dollar rebuilding effort, many will have to contend with the fact that homeowners insurance does not cover the flood damage that was a chief source of destruction.

Eid al-Fitr 2011: Two Suicide Bombings Amidst World-Wide Celebrations

Wednesday marks the second day of Eid al-Fitr, the Muslim holiday celebrating the end of Ramadan. While most of the festivities were both joyous and pious, in many Muslim nations the holiday was marred with violence and uneasiness. Eid al-Fitr 2011:

AT&T and T-Mobile: 3 Reasons Why it's a Bad Deal

AT&T and T-Mobile shouldn't have even dreamed of merging; it defies history, technology and consumer interests.

Tea Party Wants To Hang Blacks: Congressman

Democratic State Representative Andre Carson of Indiana made the comments during an appearance in Miami on August 22

Sarah Palin Will Visit Iowa, New Hampshire

Organizer dispels rumors that Palin will not visit Iowa.

Oil Prices Plunge in August: A ‘Tax Cut’ for the American People

Finally some good news for the American people on the U.S. economy front: Oil is on track to record in August its biggest monthly price decline since May -- something that will put more money in the pockets of consumers and also boost U.S. GDP growth, if the price reduction holds.

Teens Get Smarter as They Age, Especially the Older Ones

U.S. Teen Unemployment at Unprecedented Levels

Unemployment in the U.S. has been stubbornly high and presents the largest single obstacle to the re-election hopes of Barack Obama. But joblessness among Americans who cannot yet vote – teenagers – are at levels that are both staggering and unprecedented. One labor economist tells IBTimes, “We have never experienced this amount of joblessness among teens.”

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