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July 29 2010
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Early Oscar contenders scarce despite rule change

Early Oscar contenders scarce despite rule change 
    (Reuters) As the first half of 2010 draws to a close, serious Academy Awards contenders have yet to emerge.

Legendary P-Funk guitarist Garry Shider dies at 56

Garry Shider, the longtime musical director of Parliament-Funkadelic whose funky guitar work, songwriting skills and musical arrangements thrilled fans around the globe and earned him a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has died. He was 56.

Proud man's story told in 'Reflections of a Heart'

Proud man "Reflections of a Heart" casts a spotlight on an ugly period in American history when black soldiers who had fought in World War II returned home to face bigotry, violence and disrespect.
Militants kill 23 security forces across Iraq

Militants kill 23 security forces across Iraq 
    (AP) Militants killed 23 members of Iraq's security forces across the country Thursday in a combination of shootings and roadside bombs that was a bitter demonstration of the dangers Iraqi forces still face.
BP aims for quick well kill and weighs asset sales

BP aims for quick well kill and weighs asset sales 
    (Reuters) BP Plc may permanently shut the well that caused the worst off-shore oil spill in U.S. history as early as Monday, the company said as speculation grew over assets it might sell to cover mounting costs.
Grizzly caught after MT mauling that killed MI man

Grizzly caught after MT mauling that killed MI man 
    (AP) A mother grizzly and two of her three cubs have been captured after killing a Michigan man and injuring two other people during a late-night rampage through a campground near Yellowstone National Park.
6 reasons the housing market hasn't recovered

6 reasons the housing market hasn U.S. News & World Report - Four years after the housing bubble popped, the American real estate market has yet to launch a sustainable recovery. Although U.S. home prices have improved modestly since the spring of 2009--and certain regional markets have performed even better--sales and values will face renewed downward pressure later this year in the wake of the expiration of the federal home buyer tax credit. Indeed, some analysts expect the bloated inventory and sputtering demand to trigger a "double dip" housing recession, with prices possibly even slipping back below their April 2009 lows.
French mother confesses to eight baby murders

French mother confesses to eight baby murders 
    (AFP) AFP - A French mother admitted killing eight newborn babies Thursday, investigators said, as a shocked nation struggled to digest the latest grisly tragedy of village life.
Roush transferred to Mayo Clinic

Roush transferred to Mayo Clinic 
    (AP) NASCAR team owner Jack Roush has been transferred to the Mayo Clinic following surgery on facial injuries he sustained in a plane crash in Wisconsin.
"Glee", "Modern Family" new face of family-friendly TV

"Glee", "Modern Family" new face of family-friendly TV 
    (Reuters) Rachel is raised by two dads. Mitchell and Cameron have adopted a baby girl. Kurt musters up the courage to come out to his father, and gets his blessing.
Jolie: 'I'm very concerned' about people of NKorea

Angelina Jolie says she's worried about the people of North Korea, particularly the persecution defe ...
Special report: Targeting teens for gastric bands

Special report: Targeting teens for gastric bands 
    (Reuters) After one patient died and others suffered serious complications following Lap-Band surgery, Dr. Neelu Pal had seen enough. A petite surgical resident now aged 40, she began quietly calling patients about to undergo the weight-loss procedure at New York University's Medical Center, telling them she feared for their safety.
Jordan trade unions urge France to revoke Hamas TV ban

Jordan trade unions urge France to revoke Hamas TV ban 
    (AFP) AFP - Jordan's Islamist-dominated trade unions urged France on Thursday to revoke an "unjust" decision to block broadcasts by the Hamas-run Al-Aqsa television channel for alleged incitement.
Indonesian Muslims told to change prayer direction

Indonesian Muslims told to change prayer direction 
    (Reuters) Indonesia's Muslims learned on Friday they have been praying in the wrong direction, after the country's highest Islamic authority said its directive on the direction of Mecca actually had people facing Africa.
BP aims for quick well kill and weighs asset sales

BP aims for quick well kill and weighs asset sales 
    (Reuters) BP Plc may permanently shut the well that caused the worst off-shore oil spill in U.S. history as early as Monday, the company said as speculation grew over assets it might sell to cover mounting costs.
Former Nev. Gov. Kenny Guinn dies in Las Vegas

Former Nev. Gov. Kenny Guinn dies in Las Vegas 
    (AP) Former Nevada Gov. Kenny Guinn, a two-term moderate Republican whose tenure marked a prosperous era in a state now facing severe budget problems, died Thursday after falling from the roof of his Las Vegas home while making repairs. He was 73.
FEC filing shows Palin gave $87,500 to candidates

FEC filing shows Palin gave $87,500 to candidates 
    (AP) Sarah Palin's political action committee contributed at least $87,500 to candidates she's endorsed in the last few months, according to a report filed Sunday with the Federal Elections Commission.