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Obama to seek extension of R&D tax credits – Los Angeles Times
CNN Obama to seek extension of R&D tax creditsLos Angeles TimesHelping businesses that invest in research and development is part of the president's broader plan for the economy. Other proposals call for increasing infrastructure spending and continuing tax cuts for the middle class. …Obama to propose permanent research tax creditReutersOfficial: Obama backing research tax... »
Tropical Storm Earl becomes a post-tropical system – Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times (blog) Tropical Storm Earl becomes a post-tropical systemLos Angeles TimesTropical Storm Earl has become post-tropical as it races north-northeast at about 45 mph with sustained winds of 65 mph. Earl is now centered about 180 miles southwest of Mary's Harbour, Labrador. Tropical Storm Earl is now …Cape weathers weakened Hurricane EarlBoston... »
For the intellectually active, Alzheimer’s diagnosis begins a steep slide – Los Angeles Times
CBC.ca For the intellectually active, Alzheimer's diagnosis begins a steep slideLos Angeles TimesThe vaunted protection that intellectually active adults get from Alzheimer's disease has a dark downside, a study released Wednesday has found. Once dementia symptoms become evident and Alzheimer's disease is diagnosed in such patients, their mental …Mental 'Exercise' May Only Hide Signs... »
US, Iraqis mark end of combat under cloud of pessimism – Los Angeles Times
The Guardian US, Iraqis mark end of combat under cloud of pessimismLos Angeles TimesIraqi politicians, security officers and civil servants, as well as a senior US military officer, speak of daunting and dangerous challenges. By Ned Parker, Los Angeles Times In a crystal-chandeliered palace once occupied by Saddam Hussein, …After Obama's Iraq Speech, Afghans... »
Obama looks beyond Iraq – Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times Obama looks beyond IraqLos Angeles TimesDeclaring an end to the combat mission, he says the US must now focus its shrunken resources on rebuilding its ailing economy. President Obama appealed for support from a nation impatient for progress on unemployment and other economic woes and …Obama looks 'turn the page' at... »
ER visits for concussions soar among child athletes – Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times ER visits for concussions soar among child athletesLos Angeles TimesThe number of children in the US seeking emergency medical care for concussions incurred playing competitive sports more than doubled in the five years leading up to 2005, according to a study published Monday in the …Concussions in Teens, and Potentially Irreversible... »
Campaign workers killed as Afghan violence spreads – Reuters
The Guardian Campaign workers killed as Afghan violence spreadsReutersKABUL, Aug 29 (Reuters) – Gunmen shot dead five campaign workers for a candidate in Afghanistan's parliamentary election next month, officials said on Sunday, another sign of rising insecurity as Washington prepares to review its war …Coalition: Attacks in Afghanistan leave more than 30 insurgents deadCNN7... »
Paris Hilton Arrested For Cocaine Possession – MTV.com
The Guardian Paris Hilton Arrested For Cocaine PossessionMTV.comParis Hilton was arrested in Las Vegas Friday night for cocaine possession. Police found a small amount of the substance on the socialite and reality-TV starlet after cops pulled over a black Escalade driven by her boyfriend, …Paris Hilton uses the 'it wasn't mine' defense after being... »
Movie review: ‘The Last Exorcism’ – Los Angeles Times
New York Daily News Movie review: 'The Last Exorcism'Los Angeles TimesWith some frights from demons, it stands up nicely to DIY-tinged shiver stalwarts "The Blair Witch Project" and "Paranormal Activity." Ashley Bell stars in "The Last Exorcism." (Patti Perret, Lions Gate / May 30, 2009) By Robert Abele "The Last …The Last ExorcismHouston Chronicle'The... »
Home sales plunge again in July – Los Angeles Times
Moneycontrol.com Home sales plunge again in JulyLos Angeles TimesThe 27.2% slide from June is much worse than expected, dragging down markets and casting new doubt on the economic recovery. By Alejandro Lazo, Los Angeles Times The end of a popular government stimulus program drove home sales in July to their lowest …Low prices and... »