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Tanning Association Opposes New Tanning Bed bill

By Helena Zhu/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-10T01:17:28+01:00

Tanning salon operators are critical of a bill that would warn consumers of the risks associated with tanning beds.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Afghans Flee From Opium Province Ahead of NATO Offensive

By Peter Sedik/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T02:08:58+01:00

Coalition forces are planning to launch an offensive in the southern Afghan province of Helmand.

Villanova Wins Battle of Top Five Teams

By Susan Shan/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T02:08:30+01:00

No. 4-ranked Villanova Wildcats trounced the No. 5-ranked West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown.

NASA's Last Night Launch Takes Off From Florida

By Genevieve Long/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T01:39:57+01:00

Space Shuttle Endeavor was NASA’s final shuttle night launch from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Green Transportation Projects See Federal Funding

By Genevieve Long/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T00:47:25+01:00

Washington state is using Federal stimulus money for green transportation: a fleet of lithium-battery buses.

Election Loser Arrested for Treason in Sri Lanka

By Stephen Jones/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T00:32:19+01:00

Sri Lanka's defeated presidential candidate was dragged from his office by military police.

African-American Treasures Program Visits Five Cities

By Mary Silver/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-09T00:25:12+01:00

Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History and Culture is working to preserve American culture.

Prisoners Could Make UK General Election Unlawful

Damian Robin/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-08T23:20:37+01:00

The general election could be invalid as a European Court ruling on prisoner votes nearly five years ago has still not been put in place.

Raro Ensemble: Chamber Music Is Their Passion

By Kremena Krumova/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-08T22:41:47+01:00

A performance at Carnegie Hall is part of the SoNoRo and Raro on Tour program which includes concerts around the world.

Pang Anchang Saves a Woman and Her Baby

Dr. Hu Naiwen/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-08T21:44:32+01:00

Pang Anchang was a renowned Chinese doctor in the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127 A.D.).

Congressman John Murtha Dead

By Mary Silver/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-08T21:14:53+01:00

Congressman John Murtha of Pennsylvania died on at age 77. He longest-serving representative in his state's history.

Danica Patrick to Drive in Daytona Nationwide Race

By James Fish/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-08T18:21:24+01:00

Danica Patrick will drive at Saturday’s NASCAR Nationwide series race at Daytona International Speedway.

University Loses China Accreditation After Dalai Lama Honour

By Joan Delaney/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-08T18:21:01+01:00

The Chinese regime’s vehement opposition to recognition of the Dalai Lama has meant repercussions for the University of Calgary.

IOC Director Suspends Former Samsung Chair

By Matthew Little/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-08T15:34:56+01:00

The International Olympic Commitee has announced that former Samsung chairman Kun-Hee Lee would be suspended from sitting on any IOC commissions for five years.

New Venture to Fund iPad App Development

By Antonio Perez/Epoch Times Staff — 2010-02-08T13:53:57+01:00

Analysts agree that for the iPad to take off, it would need applications developed especially for the device.