Chrysler sales rise amid hidden troubles
Chrysler shows monthly gains aided by fleet sales to rental firms and governments as it battles for federal loan recovery. Analysts expect a second quarter loss after a 197 million loss in Q1, highlighting ongoing financial strain despite headlines of recovery.
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BlackBerry drafts access deal with Saudi Arabia
A preliminary agreement with Saudi Arabia would place a BlackBerry server inside the kingdom, enabling government access to messages and easing fears of a ban. Officials say the move allows monitoring while RIM denies broad data access, prompting concerns over global surveillance precedents.
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Castro Graces Havana Stage as Nuclear War Fears Rise
Fidel Castro, age 83, made a rare public appearance in olive fatigues to address Cuba's parliament about the threat of a U.S. and Israeli strike on Iran and potential actions against North Korea. He urged Obama to intervene, warning of Armageddon if decisive moves aren’t taken, and his 11 minute appearance sparked questions about his leadership role.
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HP fires Mark Hurd amid sexual harassment probe
HP ousted CEO Mark Hurd after an internal investigation found he falsified expense reports to conceal a relationship with a contractor who worked at high profile events. The move came as negotiations for a three year contract worth about 100 million collapsed and HP stock fell after hours.
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Blast in Basra Market Kills Dozens and Wounds Many
Explosions at central Basra al Ashaar market killed at least 20 and wounded up to 100, with figures varying by official. Some accounts cited a roadside bomb and car bomb, others a power generator malfunction as the cause.
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