Reuters - Thu Nov 05

The U.S. Congress approved more aid for jobless workers and broadened tax breaks for homebuyers and businesses on Thursday and sent the measure to President Barack Obama to sign into law.

Auburn News - Thu Nov 05

While his entry into an already crowded field of Democrats has created a stir in this state, which hasn't seen a Democratic governor for about two decades, it's unclear if the millionaire businessman can generate the same enthusiasm and hype for a run for governor after the 2006 primary victory over Lieberman that made him a national political ...

NewsChannel 8 - Thu Nov 05

By announcing he doesn't want another term in office, embattled Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas pushed the Mideast peace effort into unknown territory Thursday, opening the way to a succession battle that could play into the hands of his rival, the militant Hamas.