Obama still thinks insulation is ’sexy’ — kicks off Cash for Caulkers

President Barack Obama is launching a $6 billion Cash for Caulkers program today, offering financial incentives to people who weatherize their homes, making them more energy efficient and conservation friendly. In December, the president called insulation “sexy.” That might be a stretch, but the need for dramatic improvements in energy [...]

Tsunamis Reach Hawaii; Pacific Warnings in Effect – BusinessWeek



February 27, 2010, 7:09 PM EST





(Adds Hawaii warning cancelled in first paragraph.)
By Alan Bjerga
Feb. 27 (Bloomberg) — The National Weather Service has lifted its tsunami warning for Hawaii while similar advisories remain in effect for parts of the western Pacific after ocean surges were generated [...]

Widespread tsunami warning…Winter storm aftermath…Orca show resumes – 9&10 News

SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — At least 64 people are dead and the toll is expected to rise after a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck central Chile early today. Tsunami warnings have been issued over a wide area, including South America, Hawaii, Australia and New Zealand, Japan, the Philippines, Russia and many Pacific islands. Chile’s president declared [...]

White House social secretary Rogers resigning – Boston Herald

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White House social secretary Rogers resigningBoston HeraldBy AP WASHINGTON — White House social secretary Desiree Rogers is leaving office after coming under criticism for her handling of President Barack Obama's …

Most goals met…Stimulus a year old…Plane crash deaths – 9&10 News

MARJAH, Afghanistan (AP) — A spokesman for NATO forces in Afghanistan says most of the goals of the attack force that has moved into the southern city of Marjah have been achieved. The spokesman in Brussels says the allied forces are now trying to clear the last pocket of resistance from the western part of [...]

The Evan Bayh blow to the Dems – Washington Post (blog)

There is no way for Democrats to sugarcoat the news of Sen. Evan Bayh’s retirement: This is mighty good news for Republicans. Bayh would have been very difficult to defeat, and he has $13 million in the bank. Now, Indiana can be added to the list of seats that could shift to the Republicans, and [...]

Bill Clinton rushed to hospital: reports – Globe and Mail

Former U.S. president Bill Clinton, who had quadruple bypass surgery more than five years ago, was hospitalized Thursday to have a clogged heart artery opened after suffering chest pains.

Two stents, resembling tiny mesh scaffolds, were placed inside the artery as part of a medical procedure that is common for people with severe heart disease. [...]

Jackson doctor charged…Rep. Murtha dead…Bloomberg wants assurances – 9&10 News


LOS ANGELES (AP) Michael Jackson’s doctor has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in Jackson’s death. Prosecutors in Los Angeles announced the charge today against Dr. Conrad Murray, a Houston cardiologist who was with Jackson when he died. He faces up to four years in prison if convicted. Murray’s attorney says he’ll plead not guilty.
WASHINGTON [...]

ESPERANZA SPALDING – "Overjoyed"

ESPERANZA SPALDING – "Overjoyed"

"In Performance At The White House" The Library Of Congress Gershwin Prize For Popular Song: Celebrating The Music Of Stevie Wonder Presented By President Barack Obama & First Lady Michelle Obama The White House – East Room Washington DC, USA Date: Wednesday February 25, 2009

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2 Americans die in Afghanistan…Abdulmutallab cooperating…Prius brake problems? – 9&10 News

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