Obama memo finds Blagojevich talks with White House staff proper
The five page report says Rahm Emanuel spoke one to two times with Governor Blagojevich and about four times with his chief of staff, but no inappropriate discussions about filling the Senate seat occurred. It notes interviews with Obama and aides by prosecutors and that none of Obama's circle suspected improper motives before Blagojevich's arrest.
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A Camouflaged Gunman Killed After Standoff in El Monte
A gunman in camouflage killed during a two hour standoff after snatching a 6 year old hostage on a sidewalk and barricading in a restaurant east of Los Angeles. The child was shot in the leg. the gunman died at the restaurant.
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Passengers Trapped on Flyer Ferris Wheel in Singapore
A fire in the control room halted the 541 foot Flyer Ferris wheel trapping 173 riders for about six hours over Singapore. Ten were lowered to safety by rope and two were treated for minor injuries. Officials conveyed with riders via intercom as rescuers supplied sandwiches and drinks. Technicians restarted the wheel and most passengers exited normally.
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Biden vows no earmarks in coming stimulus plan
Vice President-elect Joe Biden said the forthcoming multibillion dollar stimulus would not be a Christmas tree of pet projects and that there would be no earmarks. He noted spending could range from 650 to 850 billion dollars and outlined aims in health care, education, infrastructure, and energy.
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Obama shirtless photos spark online frenzy
Photos of Barack Obama in Hawaii circulated by Bauer-Griffin drew widespread mockery and headlines from outlets such as New York Post and Drudge Report. Agency co-owner Frank Griffin said the shots were taken during general beach access while Obama vacationed, with press respecting privacy.
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