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Microsoft Posts Windows XP Service Pack 2 Compatibility GuideMicrosoft has released a kit to help IT professionals spot compatibility problems between Windows XP Service Pack 2 and other applications, and how to roll out fixes.	3
Atkins Diet May Bring Side EffectsDieters on the popular high-fat, low-carb Atkins approach lose just as much body fat as those on low-fat diets, but the annoying low-carb side effects could mean problems down the road, according to a scientist who reviewed five dozen diet studies.	3
Japan #39;s Topix Index Gains; Retailers Led by Daiei Inc. AdvanceAug. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese retail stocks rose as Daiei Inc. surged on optimism a possible investment by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. may help it avoid going to a government bailout agency.	2
Microsoft renews its push into TV with Windows XP Media CenterTelevision has been something of a great white whale for Microsoft. The company has tried to sell WebTV and build software for TVs and cable boxes.	3
Where the Game Is the MediumThe co-founder of game producer WildTangent Inc. is a booming bear of a man who clobbers you with one grand pronouncement after another. <FONT face=""verdana,MS Sans Serif,arial,helvetica"" size=""-2"" color=""#666666""><B>-Leslie Walker</B></FONT>	3
A Family of Coaches Has Followed Its LeaderNearly 16 years after Ron Stoops's death, his four football-coaching sons have seen to it that his legacy reverberates throughout Youngstown and college football.	1
Iraq woman prisoner 'to be freed'Reports suggest an Iraqi woman scientist may be freed, as militants reportedly kill a second US hostage.	0
Flood at Chinese Mine Traps 36 Workers (AP)AP - A flood at a mine in southern China trapped 36 workers on Sunday, the government said, the latest in a recent string of disasters in the country's perilous coal mines.	0
French negotiator claims hostage releases closePARIS, Sept 29 (AFP) - Paris on Wednesday remained tight-lipped about the fate of two French journalists abducted over a month ago in Iraq following the release of up to 10 hostages there, including two Italian female aid workers.	0
Former NFL lineman going to jailPhoenix, AZ (Sports Network) - Luis Sharpe, a former offensive lineman for the Arizona Cardinals, has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in state prison.	1
US Could Seek Recall of Up to 600,000 Dodge TrucksThe US government has asked DaimlerChrysler AG #39;s Dodge to recall some of its Dodge Durango SUVs and Dodge Dakota pickup trucks due to concerns over their safety, Chrysler officials said on Thursday.	2
Philippines charges six Al-Qaeda-linked militants for ferry bombing (AFP)AFP - Six Al-Qaeda-linked militants have been charged in the Philippines with the bombing of a ferry that left over 100 people dead, with the government confirming for the first time the blast was the work of terrorists.	0
It #39;s a Brees: Chargers pound RaidersA few weeks ago people in San Diego were screaming for a change at quarterback. Now it seems that sort of talk has been quieted by the play of Drew Brees.	1
Verizon Unlikely to Bid Now for Sprint PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) - Verizon Communications Inc. <A HREF=""http://www.investor.reuters.com/FullQuote.aspx?ticker=VZ.N target=/stocks/quickinfo/fullquote"">VZ.N</A> has no imminent plans to bid for Sprint Corp. <A HREF=""http://www.investor.reuters.com/FullQuote.aspx?ticker=FON.N target=/stocks/quickinfo/fullquote"">FON.N</A>, people familiar with the situation said on Tuesday, lifting a potential obstacle to Sprint's bid for Nextel Communications Inc. <A HREF=""http://www.investor.reuters.com/FullQuote.aspx?ticker=NXTL.O target=/stocks/quickinfo/fullquote"">NXTL.O</A>.	2
Terrorists execute British hostage in IraqA British national who was kidnapped along with two Americans was beheaded, his family said Friday, ending hopes that the family #39;s relentless fight for his release would work.	0
Sudan gov #39;t, rebels in Darfur to meetA new round of peace talks between Sudan #39;s government and rebels in the Darfur region will deal with security arrangements so thousands of people can return to their villages	0
Holloway's on a MissionThrough three games in 2004, Brian Holloway has recorded 19 tackles, third-best on the team and with injuries in the linebacking corps, his ascension has been vital for the Terps.	1
Motorola Quarterly Earnings Rise (Reuters)Reuters - Motorola Inc. , the world's No.\2 maker of cell phones, on Tuesday said its quarterly profit\more than tripled, as sales rose 26 percent, driven in part by\a host of new handset models and cost controls.	3
India-Pakistan talks gain for peace: MusharrafPakistan President Pervez Musharraf Sunday termed his New York summit meeting with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh a quot;gain for peace quot;.	0
Arafat says Palestinian state more likely with Netanyahu as PMIn interview with Financial Times, PA chief says, With Sharon its much harder. Claims contacts with Sharon still held through his son MK Omri Sharon.	0
PEREZ DENIES SPECULATIONReal Madrid president Florentino Perez has dismissed suggestions the club are actively searching for a new coach to fill the position currently held by Mariano Garcia Remon.	1
Taiwan shrugs off Singaporean leader #39;s criticism of the island #39;s <b>...</b>Singaporean leader Lee Hsien Loong criticized Taiwan because he was under quot;tremendous pressure quot; to patch up relations with Beijing, Taiwan #39;s foreign minister said Monday _ a day after Lee warned he wouldn #39;t support the island if it sparked a war with China	0
Cavs activate Wagner from injured listCleveland, OH (Sports Network) - The Cleveland Cavaliers activated guard Dajuan Wagner from the injured list Monday. Wagner has missed the last five games because of soreness in his right foot.	1
Bankruptcy looms over US Air talksSAN FRANCISCO (CBS.MW) - Snubbed by its pilots, US Airways Group is scrambling to find cost savings among other union workers to avoid tumbling back into bankruptcy, an event industry analysts warn could come as early as this weekend.	2
NAT0-led peacekeepers seeking terrorist posing as cameraman (AFP)AFP - International peacekeepers in Afghanistan said they had received a tip-off that a quot;terrorist quot; posing as a cameraman was trying to enter the capital.	0
Oil Ends Lower, Norway to End Strike NEW YORK (Reuters) - World oil prices ended lower on Monday despite notching a record high earlier in the day as the Norwegian government moved to end an oil workers' labor dispute that threatened shipments from the world's third largest exporter.	2
Owners turn Singletary into party animalSingletary #39;s owners didn #39;t wear their Chicago Bears jerseys to Lone Star Park to watch the colt run in the \$1.5 million Breeders #39; Cup Mile on Saturday, trainer Don Chatlos	1
BAR-Honda confirm Sato for 2005Takuma Sato will return with BAR-Honda in 2005. The team confirmed the Japanese driver #39;s return on Tuesday ahead of this weekend #39;s Japanese Grand Prix.	1
Iran Threatens Israel on Nuclear Reactor (AP)AP - Accompanied by a warning that its missiles have the range, Iran on Tuesday said it would destroy Israel's Dimona nuclear reactor if the Jewish state were to attack Iran's nuclear facilities.	0
Beijing Dumps Microsoft Dealcom. Beijing #39;s municipal government canceled a \$3.5 million deal with Microsoft under pressure from national government officials and in-country rivals, financial sources reported Monday.	3
Students Log On as Scientists Explore Deep OceanThousands of school children are logging on to the Internet to join scientists exploring a series of hydrothermal vents a mile under the sea to the west of Costa Rica.	3
Mexican Oil Claims DoubtedOfficials at Mexico #39;s state-owned oil monopoly said Monday that the company has detected massive new oil deposits in the Gulf of Mexico that could	2
killer quake rocks dominica, guadeloupeTHE ISLANDS of Dominica and Guadeloupe were rocked by a massive earthquake killing at least one person and destroying numerous homes.	0
Spyware Bill Gets House NodAnti-spyware legislation sails through the House of Representatives, with the bill's sponsor pressing to have both houses approve a law to reign in invasive computer programs by the end of the year. By Michael Grebb.	3
Sales in line: Wal-Martnew yorkWal-Mart Stores Inc., the world #39;s Number 1 retailer, says September sales at US stores open at least a year are tracking in line with the company #39;s forecast for a 2 to 4 per cent increase, though Wal-Mart expects Hurricane Frances will briefly	2
WHELDON WINS INDY RACEEnglishman Dan Wheldon claimed an historic Indy Racing League victory in the Indy 225 at Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Wheldon, from Emberton, got his title challenge back on track with his win in the 100th IRL race, his third victory of a superb season.	1
Orders for US durables retreat in OctoberThe US manufacturing sector continued to demonstrate that its road to recovery is anything but smooth in October as orders for big-ticket items unexpectedly fell.	2
Navy Tries to End Drought Against Irish (AP)AP - For four decades, the routine has been pretty much the same: Notre Dame players and coaches talk up the Navy Midshipmen during the week and beat them up on game day. This year might be different.	1
Bill targets lawyers who file frivolous suitsLawyers who file frivolous lawsuits would be hit with financial penalties under legislation moving through Congress. Supporters say the bill would protect businesses from being threatened with lawsuits that have no merit.	2
Putnam cuts 100 more staffersPutnam Investments yesterday said it will dismiss another 100 employees in a cost-cutting move to reflect its smaller size after an employee-trading scandal cost it tens of billions in investors' funds.	2
Sri Lanka cruise to winSri Lanka have virtually secured their place in the final of the Paktel Cup against Pakistan after easing to a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe on Saturday.	1
LJUBICIC EDGES THROUGHCroatian Ivan Ljubicic rifled down 27 aces as he progressed to the semi-final of the Madrid Masters, by beating seventh seed Joaquin Johansson by two sets to one on Friday.	1
NASA Aims for May Space Shuttle LaunchNASA, recovering from the four hurricanes that halted work at its Florida spaceport, said on Friday it has set a launch target in May, 2005, for the first	3
Boeing #39;s quarterly profits increase 78 per centBoeing Co., the US aerospace giant, reported a 78 per cent jump in third-quarter earnings, buoyed by a strong defence business, and raised its estimate for full-year profits due to a favourable tax outlook.	2
AMD Builds on Athlon 64 Platform (NewsFactor)NewsFactor - With two new Athlon 64 chips, AMD (NYSE: AMD) continues to push industry giant Intel\in the battle for position in the desktop-processor space. AMD has\launched the Athlon 64 FX-55 and Athlon 64 4000, with an eye on carving\a bigger niche in high-performance personal computing.	3
Possible Source of Cosmic Rays Foundcom Staff. Astronomers have produced the first truly useful image ever of something in space using gamma rays. It #39;s a picture only an astronomer could love, but it appears to help solve a century-long mystery.	3
Bob Evans, mainframe pioneer, dies at 77Bob Evans, an IBM computer scientist who helped to develop the modern mainframe computer, died Thursday. He was 77. Evans died of heart failure at his at his home in the San Francisco suburb of Hillsborough, his son Evan told the Associated Press.	3
Beware parents: Some video games not for kidsIt may be hailed as one of the most innovative and popular video games to date, but media watchdogs are warning parents to think twice before placing the sexually explicit and ultra violent Grand Theft Auto: quot;San Andreas quot; adventure under the tree for	3
Reformed Australian opposition leader finds silence is golden (AFP)AFP - If Australian opposition leader Mark Latham wins the October 9 election it will be a new-found ability to bite his tongue, as much as a bold strategy platform, that delivers him the keys to the prime minister's office.	0
Tourism #39;s new frontierIt was a staple of 1960s science fiction that the future would involve flying cars and holidays on the moon. While the mass-production flying car hasn #39;t yet hit the showrooms, the prospects for space tourism have taken a few steps closer.	3
Living Free and EasyKiss those utility bills goodbye. Well, maybe. If you live in a sunny -- but not humid -- area, you may be able to live in a zero-energy home. By John Gartner.	3
Gaudi's Cathedral Gets Help from Dassault, IBM PARIS (Reuters) - Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi's unfinished Sagrada Familia cathedral is nearing completion faster with the help of software from France's Dassault Systemes and IBM, Dassault said on Tuesday.	3
Veritas releases OpForce 4.0Veritas Software on Monday will announce a new version of its OpForce provisioning software designed to make it easier for administrators to install and manage applications, as well as operating systems, on servers.	3
Italians Oppose Marriage, Adoption for Gays (Reuters)Reuters - Italians largely oppose gay marriage with\61 percent rejecting homosexual wedlock and even more opposed\to adoption for same-sex couples, a poll on Sunday showed.	0
Wireless to Drive Internet Growth, Tech Leaders Say<p>\</p><p> By Duncan Martell</p><p> MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (Reuters) - Wireless services will\lead the next growth phase of the Internet as venture\capitalists who helped fund the early boom open their wallets\again, industry leaders said Monday.</p>	3
Bill Gates Gets 4 Million E-Mails a DayMicrosoft chairman Bill Gates speaks at a meeting part of the quot;Futurshow 3004 quot; technology fair, in Milan, Italy, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2004.	3
News: Career database 'wide open' to hijackingAn on-line database containing the career and contact details of over 22 million business people can be edited by anyone.	3
Hobbyist anglers take big catchAmateur anglers have a significant and possibly damaging impact on certain sea-fish populations, scientists claim. The Science magazine study says the US #39;s 10 million saltwater recreational anglers may need better regulation.	3
Land of Potatoes Aims to Be High-Tech Hot NAMPA, Idaho (Reuters) - Jeffrey Moeser and his company are aiming to change the future of home entertainment.	3
LettersMellon Financial is good for Boston We take exception to Sasha Talcott's characterization of Mellon Financial in her story on corporate giving in Boston ( quot;Mergers pinching smaller nonprofits, quot; Nov. 21).	2
Phoenix Salvation Army sites accept donations with debit and <b>...</b>PHOENIX - Donors will be able to use credit and debit cards to donate to Salvation Army bell ringers for the first time on Wednesday.	2
Red Sox Sweep AngelsDerek Lowe pitches effectively into the eighth inning, and Boston takes control of the wild-card race Thursday night by completing a three-game sweep of Anaheim.	1
Operation in Wana: Terrorists Hideouts Smashed, Dozens KilledPakistan Times Special Correspondent. WANA (South Waziristan): With fortitude to make vanish the clusters of terrorists, Pakistan Thursday gave a significant jerk and jolt to the menace	0
Islamic extremists #39; plot foiledThe arrests of seven Islamic extremists in four Spanish locations foiled plans to blow up Madrid #39;s National Court. El Mundo said the detainees had intended to buy 1000kg of explosives from Basque group ETA	0
Alitalia management to unveil rescue plan to unionsROME : The management of Alitalia was due to present a rescue plan to trades unions which hold the key to whether the state-controlled airline receives a government-guaranteed loan to avoid bankruptcy.	2
RealNetworks Sells 3 Mln Songs, Ends Download Promo (Reuters)Reuters - RealNetworks Inc. is ending\its 49 cent-per-song music download service but will keep the\promotional prices in place for top 10 songs, the Internet\media and software company said on Thursday.	3
Steelers seek piece of historyIf the Steelers (6-1) beat the visiting Eagles (7-0), they #39;ll be the first team to defeat unbeaten foes in consecutive games this deep into a season.	1
Israeli president urges Syria dialogueIsraeli President Moshe Katsav has urged the government to respond positively to a Syrian offer to resume peace negotiations. Although Katsav #39;s role is largely ceremonial, his comments on Thursday were in	0
Business DigestA closely watched gauge of future business activity fell in August for a third consecutive month, evidence that companies and consumers continue to navigate an uncertain economic climate.	2
Microsoft offers more time to test XP Service Pack 2Faced with concerns from IT professionals, Microsoft Corp. gave users more time to prepare for Windows XP Service Pack 2 by doubling the time a special registry key will prevent PCs from automatically downloading and installing the mammoth update.	3
Athletics not worth the priceBig-time college athletic departments who assert that their teams #39; success leads to increased alumni donations and a better applicant pool have created an quot;arms	1
Iran #39;s president slams nuke planIRANIAN President Mohammad Khatami has criticised an International Atomic Energy Agency resolution on its nuclear activities drawn up by Britain, France and Germany.	0
Yukos faces oil production haltYukos, the Russian oil giant, could be forced to halt production because of a new court order, the company says.	0
Winter Weather Outlook Mixed, El Nino Looms (Reuters)Reuters - Winter will be warmer than normal in\the U.S. Western and Plains states and colder than usual in the\Southeast and mid-Atlantic regions, but the return of El Nino\is making it hard for forecasters to hazard a guess for much of\the country, meteorologists said on Wednesday.	3
NHL finds hopeAfter three months of darkness and silence, there seems to be a glimmer of hope for the NHL. In a meeting Thursday at the league #39;s Toronto offices, the players #39; union presented an in-depth proposal	1
U.N. Abandons Human Cloning Treaty Ban (AP)AP - Both sides in the human cloning debate claimed victory Friday after the United Nations shelved competing proposals for a treaty to ban the procedure and agreed to meet again in February to try to find consensus.	3
DoCoMo Tests 4G EquipmentNTT DoCoMo has successfully completed a high-speed packet transmission with 1GB/s data rate in the downlink using the 4G mobile communication radio access equipment, the company reports.	3
Intel Buys GrowthIntel (Nasdaq: INTC) is beating the wireless drum. Its decision this week to throw \$150 million at wireless service venture Clearwire shows that Intel is serious about broadband wireless.	3
Cingular, ATT Wireless merge after clearing last hurdle (AFP)AFP - Cingular Wireless Corp. announced it had completed a 41-billion-dollar takeover of AT and T Wireless after winning final clearance from US regulators.	3
Arroyo asks Muslims for help on Filipino hostagesPresident Gloria Macapagal Arroyo appealed to world Muslim leaders today to help secure the release of Filipino hostages in Afghanistan and Iraq as anxious relatives prayed for their safety.	0
Blunkett moots 'proof-lite' Internet and banking banning ordersCurfews for those thought to be thinking about terror	3
C amp;W Has \$150M Broadband PlanCable amp; Wireless plc (NYSE: CWP - message board) is significantly ramping up its investment in local loop unbundling (LLU) in the UK, and it plans to spend up to 85 million (\$152.	3
IAEA Chief Arrives in Seoul for Nuclear Discussion SEOUL (Reuters) - The head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog, Mohamed ElBaradei, arrived in Seoul on Sunday to discuss South Korea's nuclear experiments after last month's two intrusive inspections.	0
UN finds no proof of nuclear weapons in IranPRAGUE -- After nearly two years of investigation, the United Nations' nuclear watchdog said yesterday that it has not uncovered proof that Iran has a covert weapons program, although it could not rule out that Tehran was engaging in clandestine nuclear activities.	0
Suicide bomb blasts Green ZoneA SUICIDE car bomb has ripped through a line of vehicles at a checkpoint outside the Green Zone today, killing 13 people as Iraq marked the first anniversary of Saddam Hussein #39;s capture.	0
Sorry, Rix: Sexton Should Be StarterFor four years, the Florida State Seminoles have attempted to groom Chris Rix into a Heisman candidate, national championshipcaliber quarterback.	1
SBC strikes telephony agreement with FordAutomaker Ford Motor Co. has signed a new contract with San Antonio-based SBC Communications Inc. for the deployment of an advanced Internet protocol (IP) telephony network at Ford facilities in Michigan, the telecommunications firm said Tuesday.	2
No Concession by Indonesia's Megawati, Count Near End (Reuters)Reuters - Megawati Sukarnoputri declined on\Thursday to concede defeat in Indonesia's first direct\presidential election, although with most votes counted, she is\too far behind to catch up with her former security minister.	0
Arsenal peace pact with UnitedArsenal today told the Football Association they do not need to arrange a peace summit before their Carling Cup quarter-final with Manchester United.	1
Three Peters Challenge in AustraliaEuropean Tour Members Peter OMalley, Peter Senior and Peter Lonard remain in contention to tale the Cadbury Schweppes Australian PGA Championship as they trail fellow Australian James Nitties going into the final round at the Hyatt Collum on the	1
Barcelona go ten points clear in La LegaBarcelona romped ten points clear of arch-rivals Real Madrid, who travel to Villarreal on Sunday. The victory 4-0 against Malaga, Barca #39;s seventh in seven home games this season.	1
SUICIDE BOMB IN IRAQAt least 17 Kurdish militiamen have been killed in a suicide bomb attack in the northern Iraqi city of Mosul. The bombing came hours after two car bomb explosions in the capital, Baghdad, killed at least four policemen and wounded 49 others.	0
The Annual Perseid Meteor ShowerThe annual Perseid meteor shower is coming, and forecasters say it could be unusually good. Like bugs streaking down the side window of a moving car, colorful Perseid Earthgrazers could put on a pleasing show after sunset this week.	3
Francis, Late Holiday Hit Chain Sales (Reuters)Reuters - U.S. chain store sales in the first\week of September finished flat, due in part to a later Labor\Day and Hurricane Francis, a report said on Wednesday.	2
Russo on Football: No. 1 USC shows its flawsThe inexperienced receivers had a tough time getting open. The retooled offensive line had some trouble protecting the star quarterback.	1
Oracle hopes for big splash with TsunamiDatabase giant expected to launch content management competitor to products from IBM and Microsoft this year.	3
Irish #39;s lack of fight, Meyer #39;s availability ultimately cost <b>...</b>In the hours after Ty Willingham was fired by Notre Dame, ESPN News analsyst Trevor Matich (who looks, by the way, as if he could bench-press the entire College GameDay cast) implied something was askew about Willingham #39;s firing.	1
Dollar Steadies After Fall on Jobs SINGAPORE (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar settled near its lows against the yen and euro on Monday after suffering sharp losses on weaker-than expected job growth figures that raised questions about the need for further U.S. rate rises this year.	2
TiVo, Netflix may join forcesShares of TiVo Inc. and Netflix Inc. rose Tuesday after a published report said the two Bay Area firms were set to join forces to rent downloadable movies over the Internet.	2
Ottawa #39;s Petro-Canada stock priced at \$64.50CALGARY - The sale price of the federal government #39;s final 19 per cent stake in Petro-Canada has been set at \$64.50 per share, about \$3 higher than indicated in a preliminary prospectus last week.	2

Microsoft Posts Windows XP Service Pack 2 Compatibility GuideMicrosoft has released a kit to help IT professionals spot compatibility problems between Windows XP Service Pack 2 and other applications, and how to roll out fixes.

3

Atkins Diet May Bring Side EffectsDieters on the popular high-fat, low-carb Atkins approach lose just as much body fat as those on low-fat diets, but the annoying low-carb side effects could mean problems down the road, according to a scientist who reviewed five dozen diet studies.

3

Japan #39;s Topix Index Gains; Retailers Led by Daiei Inc. AdvanceAug. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese retail stocks rose as Daiei Inc. surged on optimism a possible investment by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. may help it avoid going to a government bailout agency.

2

Microsoft renews its push into TV with Windows XP Media CenterTelevision has been something of a great white whale for Microsoft. The company has tried to sell WebTV and build software for TVs and cable boxes.

3

Where the Game Is the MediumThe co-founder of game producer WildTangent Inc. is a booming bear of a man who clobbers you with one grand pronouncement after another. -Leslie Walker

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A Family of Coaches Has Followed Its LeaderNearly 16 years after Ron Stoops's death, his four football-coaching sons have seen to it that his legacy reverberates throughout Youngstown and college football.

1

Iraq woman prisoner 'to be freed'Reports suggest an Iraqi woman scientist may be freed, as militants reportedly kill a second US hostage.

0

Flood at Chinese Mine Traps 36 Workers (AP)AP - A flood at a mine in southern China trapped 36 workers on Sunday, the government said, the latest in a recent string of disasters in the country's perilous coal mines.

0

French negotiator claims hostage releases closePARIS, Sept 29 (AFP) - Paris on Wednesday remained tight-lipped about the fate of two French journalists abducted over a month ago in Iraq following the release of up to 10 hostages there, including two Italian female aid workers.

0

Former NFL lineman going to jailPhoenix, AZ (Sports Network) - Luis Sharpe, a former offensive lineman for the Arizona Cardinals, has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in state prison.

1

US Could Seek Recall of Up to 600,000 Dodge TrucksThe US government has asked DaimlerChrysler AG #39;s Dodge to recall some of its Dodge Durango SUVs and Dodge Dakota pickup trucks due to concerns over their safety, Chrysler officials said on Thursday.

2

Philippines charges six Al-Qaeda-linked militants for ferry bombing (AFP)AFP - Six Al-Qaeda-linked militants have been charged in the Philippines with the bombing of a ferry that left over 100 people dead, with the government confirming for the first time the blast was the work of terrorists.

0

It #39;s a Brees: Chargers pound RaidersA few weeks ago people in San Diego were screaming for a change at quarterback. Now it seems that sort of talk has been quieted by the play of Drew Brees.

1

Verizon Unlikely to Bid Now for Sprint PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) - Verizon Communications Inc. <A HREF=""http://www.investor.reuters.com/FullQuote.aspx?ticker=VZ.N target=/stocks/quickinfo/fullquote"">VZ.N</A> has no imminent plans to bid for Sprint Corp. <A HREF=""http://www.investor.reuters.com/FullQuote.aspx?ticker=FON.N target=/stocks/quickinfo/fullquote"">FON.N</A>, people familiar with the situation said on Tuesday, lifting a potential obstacle to Sprint's bid for Nextel Communications Inc. <A HREF=""http://www.investor.reuters.com/FullQuote.aspx?ticker=NXTL.O target=/stocks/quickinfo/fullquote"">NXTL.O</A>.

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Terrorists execute British hostage in IraqA British national who was kidnapped along with two Americans was beheaded, his family said Friday, ending hopes that the family #39;s relentless fight for his release would work.

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Sudan gov #39;t, rebels in Darfur to meetA new round of peace talks between Sudan #39;s government and rebels in the Darfur region will deal with security arrangements so thousands of people can return to their villages

0

Holloway's on a MissionThrough three games in 2004, Brian Holloway has recorded 19 tackles, third-best on the team and with injuries in the linebacking corps, his ascension has been vital for the Terps.

1

Motorola Quarterly Earnings Rise (Reuters)Reuters - Motorola Inc. , the world's No.\2 maker of cell phones, on Tuesday said its quarterly profit\more than tripled, as sales rose 26 percent, driven in part by\a host of new handset models and cost controls.

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India-Pakistan talks gain for peace: MusharrafPakistan President Pervez Musharraf Sunday termed his New York summit meeting with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh a quot;gain for peace quot;.

0

Arafat says Palestinian state more likely with Netanyahu as PMIn interview with Financial Times, PA chief says, With Sharon its much harder. Claims contacts with Sharon still held through his son MK Omri Sharon.

0

PEREZ DENIES SPECULATIONReal Madrid president Florentino Perez has dismissed suggestions the club are actively searching for a new coach to fill the position currently held by Mariano Garcia Remon.

1

Taiwan shrugs off Singaporean leader #39;s criticism of the island #39;s ...Singaporean leader Lee Hsien Loong criticized Taiwan because he was under quot;tremendous pressure quot; to patch up relations with Beijing, Taiwan #39;s foreign minister said Monday _ a day after Lee warned he wouldn #39;t support the island if it sparked a war with China

0

Cavs activate Wagner from injured listCleveland, OH (Sports Network) - The Cleveland Cavaliers activated guard Dajuan Wagner from the injured list Monday. Wagner has missed the last five games because of soreness in his right foot.

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Bankruptcy looms over US Air talksSAN FRANCISCO (CBS.MW) - Snubbed by its pilots, US Airways Group is scrambling to find cost savings among other union workers to avoid tumbling back into bankruptcy, an event industry analysts warn could come as early as this weekend.

2

NAT0-led peacekeepers seeking terrorist posing as cameraman (AFP)AFP - International peacekeepers in Afghanistan said they had received a tip-off that a quot;terrorist quot; posing as a cameraman was trying to enter the capital.

0

Oil Ends Lower, Norway to End Strike NEW YORK (Reuters) - World oil prices ended lower on Monday despite notching a record high earlier in the day as the Norwegian government moved to end an oil workers' labor dispute that threatened shipments from the world's third largest exporter.

2

Owners turn Singletary into party animalSingletary #39;s owners didn #39;t wear their Chicago Bears jerseys to Lone Star Park to watch the colt run in the \$1.5 million Breeders #39; Cup Mile on Saturday, trainer Don Chatlos

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BAR-Honda confirm Sato for 2005Takuma Sato will return with BAR-Honda in 2005. The team confirmed the Japanese driver #39;s return on Tuesday ahead of this weekend #39;s Japanese Grand Prix.

1

Iran Threatens Israel on Nuclear Reactor (AP)AP - Accompanied by a warning that its missiles have the range, Iran on Tuesday said it would destroy Israel's Dimona nuclear reactor if the Jewish state were to attack Iran's nuclear facilities.

0

Beijing Dumps Microsoft Dealcom. Beijing #39;s municipal government canceled a \$3.5 million deal with Microsoft under pressure from national government officials and in-country rivals, financial sources reported Monday.

3

Students Log On as Scientists Explore Deep OceanThousands of school children are logging on to the Internet to join scientists exploring a series of hydrothermal vents a mile under the sea to the west of Costa Rica.

3

Mexican Oil Claims DoubtedOfficials at Mexico #39;s state-owned oil monopoly said Monday that the company has detected massive new oil deposits in the Gulf of Mexico that could

2

killer quake rocks dominica, guadeloupeTHE ISLANDS of Dominica and Guadeloupe were rocked by a massive earthquake killing at least one person and destroying numerous homes.

0

Spyware Bill Gets House NodAnti-spyware legislation sails through the House of Representatives, with the bill's sponsor pressing to have both houses approve a law to reign in invasive computer programs by the end of the year. By Michael Grebb.

3

Sales in line: Wal-Martnew yorkWal-Mart Stores Inc., the world #39;s Number 1 retailer, says September sales at US stores open at least a year are tracking in line with the company #39;s forecast for a 2 to 4 per cent increase, though Wal-Mart expects Hurricane Frances will briefly

2

WHELDON WINS INDY RACEEnglishman Dan Wheldon claimed an historic Indy Racing League victory in the Indy 225 at Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Wheldon, from Emberton, got his title challenge back on track with his win in the 100th IRL race, his third victory of a superb season.

1

Orders for US durables retreat in OctoberThe US manufacturing sector continued to demonstrate that its road to recovery is anything but smooth in October as orders for big-ticket items unexpectedly fell.

2

Navy Tries to End Drought Against Irish (AP)AP - For four decades, the routine has been pretty much the same: Notre Dame players and coaches talk up the Navy Midshipmen during the week and beat them up on game day. This year might be different.

1

Bill targets lawyers who file frivolous suitsLawyers who file frivolous lawsuits would be hit with financial penalties under legislation moving through Congress. Supporters say the bill would protect businesses from being threatened with lawsuits that have no merit.

2

Putnam cuts 100 more staffersPutnam Investments yesterday said it will dismiss another 100 employees in a cost-cutting move to reflect its smaller size after an employee-trading scandal cost it tens of billions in investors' funds.

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Sri Lanka cruise to winSri Lanka have virtually secured their place in the final of the Paktel Cup against Pakistan after easing to a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe on Saturday.

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LJUBICIC EDGES THROUGHCroatian Ivan Ljubicic rifled down 27 aces as he progressed to the semi-final of the Madrid Masters, by beating seventh seed Joaquin Johansson by two sets to one on Friday.

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NASA Aims for May Space Shuttle LaunchNASA, recovering from the four hurricanes that halted work at its Florida spaceport, said on Friday it has set a launch target in May, 2005, for the first

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Boeing #39;s quarterly profits increase 78 per centBoeing Co., the US aerospace giant, reported a 78 per cent jump in third-quarter earnings, buoyed by a strong defence business, and raised its estimate for full-year profits due to a favourable tax outlook.

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AMD Builds on Athlon 64 Platform (NewsFactor)NewsFactor - With two new Athlon 64 chips, AMD (NYSE: AMD) continues to push industry giant Intel\in the battle for position in the desktop-processor space. AMD has\launched the Athlon 64 FX-55 and Athlon 64 4000, with an eye on carving\a bigger niche in high-performance personal computing.

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Possible Source of Cosmic Rays Foundcom Staff. Astronomers have produced the first truly useful image ever of something in space using gamma rays. It #39;s a picture only an astronomer could love, but it appears to help solve a century-long mystery.

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Bob Evans, mainframe pioneer, dies at 77Bob Evans, an IBM computer scientist who helped to develop the modern mainframe computer, died Thursday. He was 77. Evans died of heart failure at his at his home in the San Francisco suburb of Hillsborough, his son Evan told the Associated Press.

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Beware parents: Some video games not for kidsIt may be hailed as one of the most innovative and popular video games to date, but media watchdogs are warning parents to think twice before placing the sexually explicit and ultra violent Grand Theft Auto: quot;San Andreas quot; adventure under the tree for

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Reformed Australian opposition leader finds silence is golden (AFP)AFP - If Australian opposition leader Mark Latham wins the October 9 election it will be a new-found ability to bite his tongue, as much as a bold strategy platform, that delivers him the keys to the prime minister's office.

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Tourism #39;s new frontierIt was a staple of 1960s science fiction that the future would involve flying cars and holidays on the moon. While the mass-production flying car hasn #39;t yet hit the showrooms, the prospects for space tourism have taken a few steps closer.

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Living Free and EasyKiss those utility bills goodbye. Well, maybe. If you live in a sunny -- but not humid -- area, you may be able to live in a zero-energy home. By John Gartner.

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Gaudi's Cathedral Gets Help from Dassault, IBM PARIS (Reuters) - Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi's unfinished Sagrada Familia cathedral is nearing completion faster with the help of software from France's Dassault Systemes and IBM, Dassault said on Tuesday.

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Veritas releases OpForce 4.0Veritas Software on Monday will announce a new version of its OpForce provisioning software designed to make it easier for administrators to install and manage applications, as well as operating systems, on servers.

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Italians Oppose Marriage, Adoption for Gays (Reuters)Reuters - Italians largely oppose gay marriage with\61 percent rejecting homosexual wedlock and even more opposed\to adoption for same-sex couples, a poll on Sunday showed.

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Wireless to Drive Internet Growth, Tech Leaders Say\ By Duncan Martell MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (Reuters) - Wireless services will\lead the next growth phase of the Internet as venture\capitalists who helped fund the early boom open their wallets\again, industry leaders said Monday.

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Bill Gates Gets 4 Million E-Mails a DayMicrosoft chairman Bill Gates speaks at a meeting part of the quot;Futurshow 3004 quot; technology fair, in Milan, Italy, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2004.

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News: Career database 'wide open' to hijackingAn on-line database containing the career and contact details of over 22 million business people can be edited by anyone.

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Hobbyist anglers take big catchAmateur anglers have a significant and possibly damaging impact on certain sea-fish populations, scientists claim. The Science magazine study says the US #39;s 10 million saltwater recreational anglers may need better regulation.

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Land of Potatoes Aims to Be High-Tech Hot NAMPA, Idaho (Reuters) - Jeffrey Moeser and his company are aiming to change the future of home entertainment.

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LettersMellon Financial is good for Boston We take exception to Sasha Talcott's characterization of Mellon Financial in her story on corporate giving in Boston ( quot;Mergers pinching smaller nonprofits, quot; Nov. 21).

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Phoenix Salvation Army sites accept donations with debit and ...PHOENIX - Donors will be able to use credit and debit cards to donate to Salvation Army bell ringers for the first time on Wednesday.

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Red Sox Sweep AngelsDerek Lowe pitches effectively into the eighth inning, and Boston takes control of the wild-card race Thursday night by completing a three-game sweep of Anaheim.

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Operation in Wana: Terrorists Hideouts Smashed, Dozens KilledPakistan Times Special Correspondent. WANA (South Waziristan): With fortitude to make vanish the clusters of terrorists, Pakistan Thursday gave a significant jerk and jolt to the menace

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Islamic extremists #39; plot foiledThe arrests of seven Islamic extremists in four Spanish locations foiled plans to blow up Madrid #39;s National Court. El Mundo said the detainees had intended to buy 1000kg of explosives from Basque group ETA

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Alitalia management to unveil rescue plan to unionsROME : The management of Alitalia was due to present a rescue plan to trades unions which hold the key to whether the state-controlled airline receives a government-guaranteed loan to avoid bankruptcy.

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RealNetworks Sells 3 Mln Songs, Ends Download Promo (Reuters)Reuters - RealNetworks Inc. is ending\its 49 cent-per-song music download service but will keep the\promotional prices in place for top 10 songs, the Internet\media and software company said on Thursday.

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Steelers seek piece of historyIf the Steelers (6-1) beat the visiting Eagles (7-0), they #39;ll be the first team to defeat unbeaten foes in consecutive games this deep into a season.

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Israeli president urges Syria dialogueIsraeli President Moshe Katsav has urged the government to respond positively to a Syrian offer to resume peace negotiations. Although Katsav #39;s role is largely ceremonial, his comments on Thursday were in

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Business DigestA closely watched gauge of future business activity fell in August for a third consecutive month, evidence that companies and consumers continue to navigate an uncertain economic climate.

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Microsoft offers more time to test XP Service Pack 2Faced with concerns from IT professionals, Microsoft Corp. gave users more time to prepare for Windows XP Service Pack 2 by doubling the time a special registry key will prevent PCs from automatically downloading and installing the mammoth update.

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Athletics not worth the priceBig-time college athletic departments who assert that their teams #39; success leads to increased alumni donations and a better applicant pool have created an quot;arms

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Iran #39;s president slams nuke planIRANIAN President Mohammad Khatami has criticised an International Atomic Energy Agency resolution on its nuclear activities drawn up by Britain, France and Germany.

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Yukos faces oil production haltYukos, the Russian oil giant, could be forced to halt production because of a new court order, the company says.

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Winter Weather Outlook Mixed, El Nino Looms (Reuters)Reuters - Winter will be warmer than normal in\the U.S. Western and Plains states and colder than usual in the\Southeast and mid-Atlantic regions, but the return of El Nino\is making it hard for forecasters to hazard a guess for much of\the country, meteorologists said on Wednesday.

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NHL finds hopeAfter three months of darkness and silence, there seems to be a glimmer of hope for the NHL. In a meeting Thursday at the league #39;s Toronto offices, the players #39; union presented an in-depth proposal

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U.N. Abandons Human Cloning Treaty Ban (AP)AP - Both sides in the human cloning debate claimed victory Friday after the United Nations shelved competing proposals for a treaty to ban the procedure and agreed to meet again in February to try to find consensus.

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DoCoMo Tests 4G EquipmentNTT DoCoMo has successfully completed a high-speed packet transmission with 1GB/s data rate in the downlink using the 4G mobile communication radio access equipment, the company reports.

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Intel Buys GrowthIntel (Nasdaq: INTC) is beating the wireless drum. Its decision this week to throw \$150 million at wireless service venture Clearwire shows that Intel is serious about broadband wireless.

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Cingular, ATT Wireless merge after clearing last hurdle (AFP)AFP - Cingular Wireless Corp. announced it had completed a 41-billion-dollar takeover of AT and T Wireless after winning final clearance from US regulators.

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Arroyo asks Muslims for help on Filipino hostagesPresident Gloria Macapagal Arroyo appealed to world Muslim leaders today to help secure the release of Filipino hostages in Afghanistan and Iraq as anxious relatives prayed for their safety.

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Blunkett moots 'proof-lite' Internet and banking banning ordersCurfews for those thought to be thinking about terror

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C amp;W Has \$150M Broadband PlanCable amp; Wireless plc (NYSE: CWP - message board) is significantly ramping up its investment in local loop unbundling (LLU) in the UK, and it plans to spend up to 85 million (\$152.

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IAEA Chief Arrives in Seoul for Nuclear Discussion SEOUL (Reuters) - The head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog, Mohamed ElBaradei, arrived in Seoul on Sunday to discuss South Korea's nuclear experiments after last month's two intrusive inspections.

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UN finds no proof of nuclear weapons in IranPRAGUE -- After nearly two years of investigation, the United Nations' nuclear watchdog said yesterday that it has not uncovered proof that Iran has a covert weapons program, although it could not rule out that Tehran was engaging in clandestine nuclear activities.

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Suicide bomb blasts Green ZoneA SUICIDE car bomb has ripped through a line of vehicles at a checkpoint outside the Green Zone today, killing 13 people as Iraq marked the first anniversary of Saddam Hussein #39;s capture.

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Sorry, Rix: Sexton Should Be StarterFor four years, the Florida State Seminoles have attempted to groom Chris Rix into a Heisman candidate, national championshipcaliber quarterback.

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SBC strikes telephony agreement with FordAutomaker Ford Motor Co. has signed a new contract with San Antonio-based SBC Communications Inc. for the deployment of an advanced Internet protocol (IP) telephony network at Ford facilities in Michigan, the telecommunications firm said Tuesday.

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No Concession by Indonesia's Megawati, Count Near End (Reuters)Reuters - Megawati Sukarnoputri declined on\Thursday to concede defeat in Indonesia's first direct\presidential election, although with most votes counted, she is\too far behind to catch up with her former security minister.

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Arsenal peace pact with UnitedArsenal today told the Football Association they do not need to arrange a peace summit before their Carling Cup quarter-final with Manchester United.

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Three Peters Challenge in AustraliaEuropean Tour Members Peter OMalley, Peter Senior and Peter Lonard remain in contention to tale the Cadbury Schweppes Australian PGA Championship as they trail fellow Australian James Nitties going into the final round at the Hyatt Collum on the

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Barcelona go ten points clear in La LegaBarcelona romped ten points clear of arch-rivals Real Madrid, who travel to Villarreal on Sunday. The victory 4-0 against Malaga, Barca #39;s seventh in seven home games this season.

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SUICIDE BOMB IN IRAQAt least 17 Kurdish militiamen have been killed in a suicide bomb attack in the northern Iraqi city of Mosul. The bombing came hours after two car bomb explosions in the capital, Baghdad, killed at least four policemen and wounded 49 others.

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The Annual Perseid Meteor ShowerThe annual Perseid meteor shower is coming, and forecasters say it could be unusually good. Like bugs streaking down the side window of a moving car, colorful Perseid Earthgrazers could put on a pleasing show after sunset this week.

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Francis, Late Holiday Hit Chain Sales (Reuters)Reuters - U.S. chain store sales in the first\week of September finished flat, due in part to a later Labor\Day and Hurricane Francis, a report said on Wednesday.

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Russo on Football: No. 1 USC shows its flawsThe inexperienced receivers had a tough time getting open. The retooled offensive line had some trouble protecting the star quarterback.

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Oracle hopes for big splash with TsunamiDatabase giant expected to launch content management competitor to products from IBM and Microsoft this year.

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Irish #39;s lack of fight, Meyer #39;s availability ultimately cost ...In the hours after Ty Willingham was fired by Notre Dame, ESPN News analsyst Trevor Matich (who looks, by the way, as if he could bench-press the entire College GameDay cast) implied something was askew about Willingham #39;s firing.

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Dollar Steadies After Fall on Jobs SINGAPORE (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar settled near its lows against the yen and euro on Monday after suffering sharp losses on weaker-than expected job growth figures that raised questions about the need for further U.S. rate rises this year.

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TiVo, Netflix may join forcesShares of TiVo Inc. and Netflix Inc. rose Tuesday after a published report said the two Bay Area firms were set to join forces to rent downloadable movies over the Internet.

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Ottawa #39;s Petro-Canada stock priced at \$64.50CALGARY - The sale price of the federal government #39;s final 19 per cent stake in Petro-Canada has been set at \$64.50 per share, about \$3 higher than indicated in a preliminary prospectus last week.

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