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170 Tons of Tainted Milk Powder Found in China

NTDTV — 2010-02-09T21:58:42+01:00

Chinese authorities say the tainted milk is left over from the 2008 melamine milk scandal.

Market Report—Taiwan Shares Edge Up

NTDTV — 2010-02-09T21:36:32+01:00

Asian shares recovered somewhat, led by Taiwan and South Korea, as the euro staged a small rebound from its recent drubbing.

Google Buzz Adds Social Features to GMail, Targets Facebook

By Ram Srinivasan/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T21:27:14+01:00

Google took aim at Facebook, Twitter and other social networking platforms on Tuesday, announcing the launch of its social networking tool, Google Buzz.

Minister Kent defends free speech rights in Venezuela

By Cindy Chan/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T18:05:43+01:00

Minister of State for the Americas Peter Kent takes a stand in defence of democratic principles in Venezuela.

Discover Puerto Rico

By C.W. ELLIS — 2010-02-09T17:53:34+01:00

If you are looking for a beach vacation, you really need look no further than San Juan, the capital city.

Movie Review: ‘Without Anesthesia’

By Joe Bendel — 2010-02-09T17:14:06+01:00

Strictly speaking, is it even possible to be “paranoid” when living under an oppressive government?

Toyota Issues New Recall for Prius, Other Models on Tuesday

By Antonio Perez/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T13:24:45+01:00

Toyota has issued a new recall of 437,000 vehicles worldwide, including the Prius, for braking system issues.

India Wants to Join the Nonproliferation Treaty—with Weapons

By David P. Fidler & Sumit Ganguly — 2010-02-09T12:49:32+01:00

Does India's proposal of becoming a NPT member strenghen the treaty or detract from it?

Murder Capital of the World

By Laura Carlsen — 2010-02-09T11:52:24+01:00

Killings in Mexico over drugs continue to escalate despite a war on drug trafficking.

Toyota Announces Worldwide Recall for Prius Brake Pedals

By James Fish/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T11:14:07+01:00

Toyota has announced yet another major recall due to faulty brake pedals in its popular hybrid, the Prius.

Grapevine—Ellen DeGeneres, Amy Robach, Taylor Lautner, and Sheryl Crow

By Barbara Danza/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T10:53:07+01:00

New gigs for Taylor Lutner, Sheryl Crow and Ellen DeGeneres, wedding bells for Amy Robach and Andrew Shue.

Psychologist Brings Calm to Haiti Chaos

By Cindy Chan/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T09:50:15+01:00

Mental health experts believe Haiti earthquake survivors face long-term challenges and need special help coping with the psychological trauma.

Beijing Cuts Off Canadian Univ. After Dalai Lama Honor

By Joan Delaney/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T09:22:40+01:00

The Chinese regime’s opposition to recognition of the Dalai Lama has impacted the University of Calgary.

Flying Without a Safety Net

By Matthew Little/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T09:20:10+01:00

U.S. Olympic ski jumpers make deep sacrifices for their sport.

Washington DC in Brief

By Sherry Noorbaloochi/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T09:18:50+01:00

At a joint session of Congress, President Obama outlined his plans for health care reform.

Smoking Does Not Protect Against Alzheimer's

AAP — 2010-02-09T09:03:29+01:00

A review of over 40 tobacco studies going way back to 1984 has shown influence in the final assessment of each research paper.

Real Estate Investor Charged by DA

By Jack Phillips/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T08:53:23+01:00

A former real estate investor was indicted for fraud by Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr.

Cuomo Settles With Two Firms for $19 Million

By Jack Phillips/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T08:37:56+01:00

State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo settled with two firms on Monday over pension corruption charges.

Espada Bill to Expel Lawmakers for Misdemeanors

By Jack Phillips/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T08:25:18+01:00

State lawmakers convicted of misdemeanors would be automatically kicked out of office if a new bill is passed.

Saab-Spyker Deal Near Consummation

By Barbro Plogander/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T08:24:43+01:00

European Commission approves 400 million euro loan to Saab Automobile AB backed by Swedish government.

Lifting Drinking age to 21 not Necessary, Says Keneally

AAP — 2010-02-09T08:22:58+01:00

NSW Premier Kristina Keneally says her government will consider any federal push to lift the drinking age to 21.

New Zealand has More Cows Than Kiwis

AAP — 2010-02-09T08:19:26+01:00

A record 5.8 million dairy cattle were counted in the year ended June 2009 resulting in cow numbers outpacing human numbers.

Female Moas Used the Boys for Procreation-Study

AAP — 2010-02-09T08:12:29+01:00

Giant female moa birds bullied the boys, only letting them visit the best habitats once a year for procreation, new study reveals.

City Council to Meet On 9/11 Terror Trials

Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T08:01:20+01:00

New York's city council will meet to discuss holding 9/11 terrorist trials in lower Manhattan.

Paterson Not Resigning, Says Spokesperson

Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T07:59:32+01:00

Despite rumors of scandal, NY governor David Paterson has no plans to resign, a spokesperson said.

Royal Shakespeare Company Coming to NYC

Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T07:58:06+01:00

New York City in July and August, 2011 will get a six-week dose of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC).

Two Bronx Subway Stations Close

Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T07:56:38+01:00

Straphangers who use the 6 train in the Bronx will experience delays in their travel over the next few months.

Queenslander Pays Nintendo $1.5 Million for Illegal Game Upload

AAP — 2010-02-09T06:57:03+01:00

A Queensland man will have to pay Nintendo $1.5M in damages after illegally copying and uploading one of its new games.

Cape York Heritage Listing on Hold, for Now

AAP — 2010-02-09T06:48:24+01:00

The federal government is keeping Cape York off a list of potential world heritage until resolution can be found with Aboriginal proposal.

Optus Profit Up as Mobiles Grow, but Challenges Ahead

AAP — 2010-02-09T06:43:03+01:00

Continued growth in mobile revenues saw Optus achieve a 15.7 per cent rise in third quarter net profit.

Soccer:Former Socceroos Coach Arnold to Take Over Mariners

AAP — 2010-02-09T06:36:57+01:00

Former Socceroos coach Graham Arnold will take over the helm of the Central Coast Mariners.

John Hopkins Prof Warns on Environment Issues and Emerging Markets

AAP — 2010-02-09T06:31:34+01:00

Professor Anne O'Krueger mentions the emerging economies such as India and China has added greater urgency surrounding the environment.

World in Brief, Feb 9

Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T04:22:27+01:00

Short news reports from India, Japan, the UK, Dubai, France, and Sweden

Euro’s Drastic Fall Raises Questions On Stability of Currency

By Ilya Rzhevskiy/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T04:12:16+01:00

Last week, the euro dropped to its lowest rate since last May, reaching 1.36 points against the dollar.

CIT Names Ex-Merrill Lynch Exec Thain as CEO

By Antonio Perez/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T03:54:12+01:00

Troubled lender CIT Group—which emerged from bankruptcy in December—named former Merrill Lynch executive John Thain as the company’s new CEO on Monday.

Wall St. Execs Get Stock Bonuses in Show of Restraint

By Antonio Perez/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T03:50:10+01:00

After a record-breaking year and speculation of a $100 million bonus payout, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. CEO Lloyd Blankfein is taking home a relatively modest $9 million bonus in deferred stock options, the company said last Friday.

Drogba, Terry Lead Chelsea Past Arsenal

By Patrick Hayden/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T03:49:40+01:00

John Terry held his good form as he guided his side to a deserved 2–0 victory over Arsenal on Sunday.

In Lieu of Immigration Reform, Italy Proposes a New Set of Rules

By Dana Betlevy/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T03:02:52+01:00

Two Italian ministers have proposed new rules regulating how immigrants are integrated into Italian society.

ASEAN Nations Wary of Free Trade Agreement With China

By Thomas Rudy/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T02:54:03+01:00

While the ASEAN-China agreement spans seven nations, experts say China would stand to reap the largest benefit.

China Chickens Out on Poultry Trade

By Caroline Dobson/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T02:33:02+01:00

China has imposed anti-dumping duties of up to 105.4 percent on imports of American poultry products.