Mitt Romney campaigns Ohio in September. (Photo: David Richard AP). Story Highlights. Obama sees the auto bailout as one of his major victories, and has touted it in Ohio; Romney's new ad on autos has been widely criticized by Ohio newspapers; Auto … CIA officials in Libya made key decisions during Benghazi attacks - Reuters
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – CIA officials on the ground in Libya dispatched security forces to the U.S. diplomatic mission in Benghazi within 25 minutes and made other key decisions about how to respond to the waves of attacks on U.S. installations on … Fuel scarce, East Coast struggles to recover - Reuters
1 of 26. New York City Police Emergency Service K9 Unit officer Dennis Coughlin (R) and his partner search dog Brutas search for possible victims bodies amid boats and debris washed ashore by Hurricane Sandy on the south side of the Staten Island … Gasoline Shortages Disrupting Recovery From Hurricane - New York Times
Hurricane Sandy's US death toll, economic losses rise - Los Angeles Times
WANTAGH, N.Y. -- Sandy's U.S. death toll reached 88 on Thursday after the bodies of two young boys were found in a Staten Island marsh, and the economic loss rose to an estimated $50 billion. That would make the storm the second-costliest in American … Obama, Romney return to attack as campaign hits final stretch - Reuters
Obama, Christie tour storm-ravaged NJ coast; Romney resumes campaign. President Barack Obama continued his new-found partnership with New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, vowing federal support as the two leaders toured parts of the state's coastline … Bloomberg Endorses Obama, Citing Climate Change - New York Times
Mr. Bloomberg, a political independent in his third term leading New York City, has been sharply critical of Mr. Obama, a Democrat, and Mitt Romney, the president's Republican rival, saying that both men had failed to candidly confront the problems afflicting … Staten Island feels forgotten after being hit hard by Sandy - The Guardian
"Once the water was waist high we had to do something," said Alex April. "I opened up the door and there was ten feet of water was on the whole block. It started filling up the house." It was then that April, 20, made up his mind. He was going to swim out of the … New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg endorses Obama - Washington Post
On Thursday, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg backed President Barack Obama, saying the incumbent Democrat will bring critically needed leadership to fight climate change after the devastation wrought by Hurricane Sandy. Associated Press … Deadliest zone: Staten Island reels from devastation; bodies of boys ripped from ... - NBCNews.com
On Thursday the bodies of two young boys who were swept away from their mother's grasp during the storm surge were recovered, NBC News reported. A missing husband and wife were also found dead Thursday, NBCNewYork.com reported. That brought … In areas hit by Sandy, lawmakers ask US to pay the whole cost - Los Angeles Times
WASHINGTON -- Uncle Sam is picking up the full cost of providing emergency power and public transportation in areas hard hit by super storm Sandy, but lawmakers from the disaster area are asking the federal government to pick up the total bill for repairs … Mayor Michael Bloomberg endorses President Barack Obama - New York Daily News
Mayor Michael Bloomberg endorses President Barack Obama. Bloomberg says the devastation of Hurricane Sandy 'brought the stakes of Tuesday's presidential election into sharp relief.' By Jonathan Lemire / NEW YORK DAILY NEWS. Published: Thursday … Obama back on the campaign trail - USA TODAY
USA TODAY previews upcoming elections. Obama back on the campaign trail. Aamer Madhani, USA TODAYShare. Comments. President Obama tours battleground states of Colorado, Nevada and Wisconsin. obama1. President Obama speaks to supporters … Bloomberg endorses Obama over climate change. Here's why. - Washington Post (blog)
For a day or two, at least, global warming might actually become a major issue in the presidential campaign. On Thursday, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg (R) came out and endorsed President Obama's reelection bid, arguing that Hurricane Sandy … Patriots trade for cornerback Aqib Talib - Boston.com
Listed at 6 feet 1 inch, 205 pounds, Talib was the 20th overall pick in 2008 out of Kansas. In his 58-game career with Tampa Bay, he had 53 pass breakups and 18 interceptions, three of which were returned for a touchdown. Having Talib may allow Devin … Businesses make donations to Red Cross, charities working with Hurricane ... - NorthJersey.com
As they do after every major natural disaster, businesses around the country have made large donations to the Red Cross and other charities working with victims of Hurricane Sandy. JPMorgan Chase & Co. Thursday pledged up to $5 million in charitable … Secondary Fallout: How Talib Affects the Defensive Backs - Pats Pulpit
The Patriots have acquired cornerback Aqib Talib from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a trade deadline stunner. Belichick has given away picks in the fourth, fifth, and sixth rounds of the upcoming draft, which means you can bet the team will be trading down to … FEMA comes to the rescue in wake of Sandy -- but will it need saving? - Fox News
The Obama administration is committing federal resources to Hurricane Sandy clean-up at a rate that is either impressive or alarming, depending on which disaster matters more — the storm, or the budget deficit. For the time being, the Federal Emergency … Akin to get $800000 in ads from Now Or Never PAC - Bizjournals.com
Now Or Never Political Action Committee will spend $800,000 on television ads for Republican Todd Akin, who is campaigning against incumbent Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill, The Hill reports. The group's ad asks voters who "don't agree with everything …
UPDATE 5-Ex-Penn State president charged in Sandusky sex abuse case - Chicago Tribune
President, other officials knew of Sandusky incidents -AG (Curley's lawyer denies charges, paragraph 18) By Mark Shade HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov 1 (Reuters) – A grand jury has charged former Penn State President Graham Spanier with participating in a … A look at factors complicating Kenya's election
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) -- Kenya's presidential election on Monday is the most important and complicated in the country's 50-year history. More than 1,000 people were killed after Kenya's 2007 vote, and political leaders, civil society groups and international governments are pressing Kenyans for no violence this time. Ethiopia elects new leader for Orthodox church
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) -- Ethiopia's orthodox church has elected a new leader of the influential body in the predominantly Christian nation. Canadian opposition MP defects to Quebec separatists
OTTAWA (Reuters) – A Canadian opposition legislator defected to the separatist Bl oc Quebecois on Wednesday, arguing it was unacceptable that Canada had put conditions on how and when the predominantly French-speaking province of Quebec could separate. The move by New Democratic Party (NDP) Member of Parliament Claude Patry will not have an immediate effect on the balance of power, but it is an important boost for the separatist cause after its poor showing in the 2011 federal election. … Ryanair to cut Stansted capacity by 9 percent
DUBLIN (Reuters) – Ryanair is to reduce its capacity at London's Stansted airport by ab out one million passengers over the next year after the airport increased charges by 6 percent, the airline said on Thursday. The Irish low-cost carrier, which accounted for about 70 percent of Stansted's traffic in 2011, said that it will cut more than 170 flights a week – a 9 percent reduction. Single-runway Stansted, based 50 kilometers northeast of central London, is Britain's fourth-busiest airport and handled nearly 18 million passengers last year. … Canada banks top expectations despite lending crunch
TORONTO (Reuters) – Three of Canada's top banks posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits on Thursday as they relied on lower loan-loss provisions, cost-cutting, and stronger international revenue to offset slower growth in domestic consumer lending. Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto-Dominion Bank, the country's two largest banks, both raised their quarterly dividend. No. 5 lender Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce left its payout unchanged, prompting investors to pull its shares lower. … South African police, a force in turmoil
JOHANNESBURG (AP) -- The job of the South African police is to fight one of the highest crime rates in the world. Instead, the force stands accused of contributing to it. Ultimas palabras de Benedicto XVI como papa
CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italia (AP) -- El papa Benedicto XVI pronunció su último mensaje en público como papa el jueves a la gente reunida frente a la residencia veraniega de Castel Gandolfo, en las afueras de Roma. Esta es la traducción de lo que dijo a una multitud enfervorizada:
Canada banks top expectations despite lending crunch
TORONTO (Reuters) – Three of Canada’s top banks posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits on Thursday as they relied on lower loan-loss provisions, cost-cutting, and stronger international revenue to offset slower growth in domestic consumer lending. Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto-Dominion Bank , the country’s two largest banks, both raised their quarterly dividend. No. 5 lender Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce left its payout unchanged, prompting investors to pull its shares lower. …
Taxpayer watchdog wants audit after high-income earners found in social housing
CALGARY – The Canadian Taxpayers Federation has discovered a high-income earner living in subsidized housing in northern Alberta for the last 12 years.
Blue Jays catcher Mike Nickeas has soccer in his blood, dad played for Whitecaps
DUNEDIN, Fla. – Mike Nickeas swings a baseball bat for a living but soccer is in the Blue Jays catcher’s blood.
Politicians condemn Tom Flanagan for suggesting child porn viewing is OK
EDMONTON – Politicians are swiftly condemning a former Stephen Harper strategist who suggested that looking at child pornography shouldn’t be a crime.
Banks seek ways to mitigate European bonus curb
DUBLIN/LONDON (Reuters) – From paying housing costs to devising "loyalty" payments, banks in Europe are already looking at ways around a cap on bonuses for their top staff agreed by European politicians on Thursday. If unable to circumvent the new rules, then some banks are likely to review the nuclear option of leaving the region to ensure they can still attract star traders and rainmakers put off working in "low income" London, Paris or Frankfurt. … Kenya prepares for watershed elections
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) -- The toll of more than 1,000 dead after Kenya's last election makes Monday's presidential vote the most important in the country's 50-year history. Guinea: 1 dead, more than 100 injured in protests
CONAKRY, Guinea (AP) -- Relatives say one protester was killed as the capital, Conakry, was rocked by two days of anti-government demonstrations in which more than 100 people were injured. POPE LIVE: A 'pilgrim,' a farewell, a retirement
"Pope Live" follows the events of the final day of Pope Benedict XVI's papacy as seen by journalists from The Associated Press around the world. It will be updated throughout the day with breaking news and other items of interest. Azerbaijanis injured in fight at French parliament
PARIS (AP) -- French officials on Thursday condemned Armenian and Azerbaijani activists for clashing with one another in France’s parliament.
Pope Benedict XVI's final public words as pontiff
CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy (AP) -- Pope Benedict XVI delivered his final public words as pope on Thursday to well-wishers gathered at the papal vacation retreat in Castel Gandolfo south of Rome. Here is the translation of what he said, delivered to a roaring crowd:
Man arrested during Quebec student protest facing terrorism-related charge
MONTREAL – A man arrested in connection with a major student protest in Quebec this week is facing various charges, including inciting terrorism.
UN appeals court acquits ex-Serb military chief
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) -- In a stunning reversal, U.N. appeals judges on Thursday acquitted the former chief of the Yugoslav National Army of aiding and abetting atrocities by rebel Serbs, including the Srebrenica massacre, by providing them with military aid during the Balkan wars. Cash-rich Canadian companies embrace dividend strategy
TORONTO (Reuters) – Canadian companies of nearly every stripe have announced big dividend increases this year, aiming to dole out mountains of cash on a bet that shareholders prefer sweeter payouts to their throwing money at investments in an uncertain economy. Bank of Montreal – Canada’s No. 4 lender and the first of the big five banks out of the gate this year with quarterly financial results – set the tone for the lenders early this week with a surprise dividend increase. But in the days before that, a swath of Canada’s biggest names had already jumped on the dividend bandwagon. …
