Ice storm leaves hundreds in shelters across several states
Utility crews made slow progress restoring power to over 1.3 million homes and businesses from Missouri to West Virginia as thousands sought heat and water in shelters. In Murray Kentucky brothers Jim McClung and Dale Earnest slept amid University theater rows after power loss. Restoration could stretch into mid February in hardest hit areas including Kentucky and Arkansas.
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Obama discusses trade issue with Hu in call
The White House says President Obama told Chinese President Hu Jintao that global trade imbalances must be corrected. Gibbs says the two leaders spoke of a more positive relationship and Obama looks forward to meeting Hu.
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Quinn moves to fumigate Illinois government after Blagojevich
Governor Pat Quinn signs an executive order to place the Illinois Reform Commission under the governor, declaring a start to purging corruption. He becomes Illinois' first impeached governor ousted in over two decades as the reform plan faces GOP criticism and ongoing transitions.
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Winter Economy Deepens as U.S. Recession Worsens
Washington reports the economy shrank 3.8 percent in the last quarter, the steepest drop in 25 years. Consumers cut spending across autos, furniture, electronics, and more while businesses slashed investment and exports declined amid ongoing recession fears for 2009.
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Hamas rally in Gaza declares victory amid devastation
In Gaza City over 5000 Hamas supporters gathered as lawmaker Khalil al Hayeh, emerging from hiding for the first time since December 27, proclaimed victory in the 23 day Israeli offensive. He praised resistance as homes and institutions lay in ruins.
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Iraq seals borders ahead of provincial elections
Iraq tightens security on the eve of nationwide provincial elections. Borders are closed, air traffic halted, and overnight curfews imposed in major cities. Basra is closed and Baghdad traffic bans ordered as authorities mobilize. Women volunteers are recruited to assist in voter search efforts following last year’s spike in female self-inflicted bombings.
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