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Bush Widens Sanctions on Zimbabwe
President Bush ordered the new sanctions to intensify pressure on President Robert Mugabe two weeks after failing to win United Nations support for them.
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Stocks Mixed After Spate of Hopeful Economic Reports
Unexpected increases in consumer confidence and business spending reported on Friday buoyed investors’ spirits after a bumpy week.
Obama, in France, Says Pressure on Iran Is Building
Meeting with President Nicolas Sarkozy in Paris, Barack Obama said that the world must send “a clear message to Iran to end its illicit nuclear program.”
Cambodians Rally Around Leader Ahead of Vote
A dispute over a temple on the Thai border is expected to help Prime Minister Hun Sen in Sunday’s vote.
Profile: Back to Art, Havel Meditates on Power
Vaclav Havel acknowledges the autobiographical aspects in his hew play, which depicts a womanizing former political leader who has grudgingly exited the stage.
Labor Party Suffers Defeat in Scotland
The surprising loss in a by-election raised questions about Prime Minister Gordon Brown’s future.
Hole in Fuselage Forces Jet to Land
The Qantas plane, en route from Hong Kong to Melbourne, was forced to land in Manila when the cabin decompressed.
Saxophonist Johnny Griffin Dies at 80
Mr. Griffin was a jazz tenor-saxophonist from Chicago whose speed, control, and harmonic acuity made him one of the most talented musicians of his generation.
Sastre Retains Lead After 19th Stage
Carlos Sastre of Spain kept the overall lead in the Tour de France on Friday, while Sylvain Chavanel won the 19th stage.
Jets Have Permission to Talk to Favre
The Jets have asked for and received permission from the Green Bay Packers to talk to quarterback Brett Favre. The news was reported by ESPN and an individual with the Jets confirmed the report.
U.S. Expands Visa Program for Iraqis
The 10-fold expansion of a system to help threatened Iraqi employees obtain U.S. visas and ultimately citizenship comes after criticism over delays.
City Room: Bronx School Must Wait for New Home
Despite announced plans, the old Bronx courthouse is not ready to open this fall, forcing a new charter school to find a temporary site.
The Lede: Condoleezza Rice’s Yen for Shopping
The secretary of state voices her passion for a great American pastime.
Well: ‘Last Lecture’ Professor Randy Pausch Dies
Randy Pausch, best known for his "Last Lecture," has died from pancreatic cancer.
Dot Earth: A Little Oil Goes a Long Way
Oil spills, still a threat in temperate zones, pose novel challenges in the Arctic.
City Room: New History of Woolworth Building
A new book offers a comprehensive history of the Woolworth Building, which was designed by Cass Gilbert and opened in 1913.
