Extends plans to enrich uranium
Iran moves closer to nuke warhead

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad had already announced Sunday that his country would significantly enrich at least some of the country’s stockpile of uranium to 20 percent. Still, yesterday’s formal notification was significant, particularly because of Iran’s waffling in recent months on the issue.
Global Markets
European shares dip; Nikkei falls to 2-mth closing low European shares fell in morning trade after the European Central Bank said its President Jean-Claude Trichet is changing his plans to leave Australia and return to Europe purely because of logistics. Japan's Nikkei stock average edged down to a two-month closing low, with heightened concerns about the euro zone's sovereign debt woes continuing to eat away at investor confidence.
Some areas are already under nearly 3 feet of snow
Another major storm headed to snowy Mid-Atlantic

A second major storm in less than a week was blowing toward the Mid-Atlantic region, where plows still hadn't touched some roads, utility workers were struggling to restore power and shovels were in short supply.
Declarations made at agricultural meeting
Reutemann says Argentines will 'be pleased' when gov't leaves
Carlos Reutemann.
Justicialist Party Senator for Sante Fe Province Carlos Reutemann harshly criticized the government while saying that the people of Argentina would be "pleased" when "they leave in 2011," so they won't have "stolen Government House and Plaza de Mayo."
Ex president underwent emergency surgery
‘It’s been a very quiet night for the ex president,’ surgeon said

Surgeon Víctor Caramutti approached the media early this morning and reconfirmed that the carotid artery surgery intervention that Former President Néstor Kirchner underwent last night at the Los Arcos clinic was a "true success", and added that "Mr. Néstor Carlos Kirchner spent a quiet night as no complications were detected."

• Menem, De la Rúa: ex presidents with similar experiences

Also revealed that lower interest rates are a priority
Boudou assures 'there is no such inflationary process in Argentina’
Economy Minister Amado Boudou.
Economy Minister, Amado Boudou firmly rejected today the idea of the country going through an inflationary process, "We can see that relative prices are experiencing little adjustments, but I do not see an inflationary process going on."
After China's mounting pressure
North Korea's Kim pledges to remove nuclear weapons

North Korea's leader pledged again to remove nuclear weapons from the peninsula, a news report, and also sent his top nuclear envoy to Beijing in a move that could bode well for stalled disarmament talks.
'Things have to change'
Spain's Telefonica considers charging Google
Cesar Alierta, Chairman of Spain's telecom company Telefónica.
Spanish telecoms operator Telefonica says it is considering charging Internet search companies like Google and Yahoo for network use. Speaking at a press conference in the city of Bilbao, President Cesar Alierta said companies like Google use a lot of network bandwidth for free, something which was lucky for them but not for Telefónica.
The center-leftist won 47 percent of the vote
Costa Rica elects Chinchilla first woman president in landslide victory
Laura Chinchilla, presidential candidate for National Liberation Party, speaks during celebrations of her victory in Costa Rica's presidential election in San José.
Laura Chinchilla, a protege of Nobel peace laureate President Oscar Arias, won a landslide election victory in Costa Rica to become the country's first woman elected president. Chinchilla, formerly Arias' vice president, has vowed to continue his pro-business policies in the Central American nation expanding free trade pacts.
US politics
Obama invites GOP leaders to health care talk
US President Barack Obama.
President Barack Obama says it's time for Republicans who have attacked his health care proposals from the sidelines to step before the cameras and present their own ideas.
Presidential elections
Ukraine faces uncertainty after Yanukovich win
Members of Opposition Regions Party and their leader Viktor Yanukovich (3nd R).
Exit polls gave a narrow win for Ukraine's Viktor Yanukovich over Yulia Tymoshenko in Sunday's election for president, but the refusal of his rival to concede defeat appeared to deny the country a quick return to stability. Three exit polls put opposition leader Yanukovich between 4 and just over 5 percent ahead of Prime Minister Tymoshenko.

• Yanukovych declares victory in Ukraine's elections

Fight against tax evasion
Greece readies tax change to fight crisis
Geece Finance Minister George Papaconstantinou.
Greek officials put the final touches on an overhaul of the country's ineffective tax system - part of their urgent effort to fix a debt crisis that has shaken the entire eurozone. The center-left government, elected in October, has pledged to fight endemic tax evasion and increase taxes on the rich, as well as taxes on fuel, cigarettes and alcohol.
Jackson's death caused by propofol, lorazepam
Michael Jackson's doctor charged with involuntary manslaughter
Doctor Conrad Murray, the late Michael Jackson's personal physician, arrives at the Los Angeles Superior Court Airport Branch Courthouse to face involuntary manslaughter charges in the death of Michael Jackson.
Los Angeles prosecutors charged Michael Jackson's personal doctor on Monday with involuntary manslaughter in the singer's death last year. Dr. Conrad Murray has been a focus of investigations for months, since the coroner's office ruled that Jackson's June 25 death was a homicide by drug overdose.
West fears instability as struggles grow
Yemen: Al Qaeda calls for jihad, fighting

The Yemen-based wing of al Qaeda called on Muslims in the Arabian Peninsula to wage jihad against Christians and Jews in the region, a sign of the group's ambitions to mount new strikes outside its base.
Strength of US dollar keeps gains in check
Oil above US$71 amid US cold snap, Iran tensions

Oil prices held above US$71 a barrel after hitting a two-month low last week, boosted by tensions over Iran's nuclear program and a cold snap in the US northeast. Gains were kept in check by the strengthening US dollar, which made crude more expensive for investors holding other currencies.
More than 8 million cars were recalled
Toyota recalls Prius for brake glitch
Toyota Motor Corp's Prius is displayed at its office in Tokyo.
Toyota Motor Corp, which has recalled more than 8 million vehicles around the world for problems with unintended acceleration, has decided to recall its new Prius hybrid in Japan to fix a braking software glitch, a dealer said.
Stake between 30 and 40 percent in Bus Online
Disney, Google eye stake in China bus media, advertising firm
Traffic on the 3rd ring road during rush hour in Beijing.
A consortium led by Walt Disney Co is in advanced talks to buy into China's largest in-bus digital media and advertising company, a deal that could offer the US entertainment giant a new platform to promote Mickey Mouse in China, three sources said.
'Kirchner in very good state of health,' CFK
CFK during the press conference held at the opening of a Coto branch.
President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner pointed out that her husband Néstor Kirchner “is in a very good state of health” and also mentioned that “five minutes before leaving for Ezeiza,” where the rally was being held, the former president had called her up and told her he was doing OK.
Toyota recalls 437,000 Priuses, hybrids globally

Toyota Motor Corp said it is recalling nearly half a million of its flagship Prius and other hybrid cars for braking problems as it seeks to address criticism over the handling of its worst safety crisis.
John Murtha, US appropiations chair, dies
John Murtha.
Murtha, 77, died peacefully at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington with his family by his side, a statement from his office said. He had been hospitalized recently with a gallbladder problem.
Independiente ties 0-0 with Godoy Cruz in Mendoza

Independiente tied 0-0 with Godoy Cruz in Mendoza during a game for the third match of the Clausura Tournament for first division football. Both teams came from previous wins and expected to continue their winning streaks.

• Atlético Tucumán-Huracán tie without goals
Labour suspends MPs facing expenses trial
Prime Minister Gordon Brown delivers an address on social and personal care in London.
The Labour party suspended three MPs facing criminal charges over their expenses to try to limit the damage from the case before an election to be held by June.
Malvinas 'oil prospects stir Anglo-Argentine tensions'
According to an article published by British newspaper The Guardian, "four British firms set to drill for oil north of Falkland Islands, in move Argentina calls a 'violation of sovereignty'."
Shuttle Endeavour blasts off for space station
The Space Shuttle Endeavour lifts off from launch pad 39-A at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
The space shuttle Endeavour bolted off its seaside launch pad in Florida, carrying six astronauts on a voyage to install the last two main pieces of the International Space Station.
Haiti protesters denounce aid corruption, hoarding
Survivors of Haiti's earthquake protest to demand food in an area known as Petion Ville in Port-au-Prince.
Hundreds of Haitian earthquake survivors protested in a suburb of the wrecked capital, accusing a district mayor of corruption and hoarding food aid provided by relief groups, witnesses said.
Mardi Gras in Miami as Saints win first Super Bowl
New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton (L) celebrates as quarterback Drew Brees holds up the Vince Lombardi trophy.
The New Orleans Saints completed their long-awaited transformation from chumps to champions by defeating the Indianapolis Colts 31-17 in the Super Bowl to claim their first NFL title.

• Super Bowl win was destiny for Saints, says MVP Brees

• Saints win first Super Bowl, defeat Colts 31-17
Magic explode in third quarter to beat Celtics

The Orlando Magic dominated the third quarter to clinch a 96-89 comeback victory over their Eastern Conference rivals, the Boston Celtics.
Stricker to hunt Woods after Northern Trust win
Steve Stricker of the U.S. tees off on the second hole during the final round of the Northern Trust Open.
Steve Stricker overcame an early stumble and a late charge from Britain's Luke Donald to win the Northern Trust Open and wrest the world number two ranking from fellow US golfer Phil Mickelson.
NBC considers lifting Emmys tape delay

After airing the Golden Globes live coast-to-coast for the first time last month, NBC is considering doing the same for the Emmys. The network is discussing with affiliates a plan to air the 62nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards live on Sunday August 29.
‘Up in the Air’ lifts spirits of some unemployed
Actor George Clooney, star of the film ''Up In The Air'', poses on the red carpet at the film's premiere in Los Angeles.
When Andy Glantzman agreed to be filmed baring his soul about what it was like to lose his job, he didn't expect millions to see his confession. But instead of winding up in a documentary as he expected, Glantzman and 21 other fired workers, found themselves with bit parts in the movie "Up in the Air" which last week earned six Oscar nominations, including best film and best director.
Barnes & Noble's Nook e-reader to hit stores
The Barnes & Noble nook, a Wireless eBook Reader, is seen during a news conference in New York October 20, 2009.
Bookseller Barnes & Noble Inc said that its Nook electronic reader would be available in most of its physical stores as of Wednesday, ahead of Valentine's Day, ending weeks of delays. The Nook e-reader had previously only been available for order on the retailer's website or at in-store kiosks as the No. 1 US bookstore chain struggled to meet what it said in late 2009 was strong demand for the e-reader.
Hollywood stars vie for London theatrex awards
Actress Rachel Weisz.
Hollywood stars Rachel Weisz, Jude Law, James Earl Jones and Keira Knightley are among the nominees for Britain's Laurence Olivier theater awards. The Oliviers are Britain's equivalent of Broadway's Tonys and honor achievements in London theater, musicals, dance and opera.
Charlie and Brooke Sheen due in court
US actor Charlie Sheen is pictured in this handout photo released by the Aspen Police Department on December.
Actor Charlie Sheen and his wife are due in court amid domestic violence allegations. They'll be arriving separately and only the judge can determine if they can leave together.
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Commentary
Banking on development
By Michael Soltys
Sunday’s emergency operation on Néstor Kirchner’s carotid artery should not distract attention from the main issue of this bicentenary year so far any more than the ex-president’s dollar purchases 16 months ago (simply a minor example of a chronic ethical gap) — the Bicentennial Fund and the future of the Central Bank under its new president Mercedes Marcó del Pont.
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Got to go to the ‘cirgo’ show
Nocturna?s acrobats rehearse for the tango circus show. Or is that circus tango?
By Sorrel Moseley-Williams
What with my current fetish for all things tango (shoes, classes, men), the only logical event to attend last Thursday (despite The Wailers being in town for the second time in six months, Ivory Coast reggae singer Alpha Blondy supporting them, a friend’s band playing downtown plus an invite to a speakeasy) was Nocturna.
This week at the movies
A scene of British fil An Education, written by Nick Hornby.
This week theatres surprise us with five releases. There is one local production and four Anglo-Saxon films, being two from the US, one from the UK, and a Canadian production.
Watch all trailers here
The Hurt Locker: a war masterpiece
A real-life sense of soldiers in Iraq specializing in defusing land mines.
Films about the war on terror have not been high on audiences’ must-see list. Yet the makers of the latest, The Hurt Locker, hope they have the ingredients that box-office duds about Iraq and Afghanistan have lacked. Kathryn Bigelow’s Iraq drama delivers nail-biting action and tension.

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