Italian underwear model ‘happy’ over PM’s divorce accord

Naples, May 19 (IANS/AKI) The Naples underwear model who received a 6,000 euro necklace from Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi last year says she is “relieved” to hear of his divorce settlement with his estranged wife Veronica Lario.

Noemi Letizia denied wrecking Berlusconi’s marriage, although Lario announced she was leaving her husband after photos of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Italian underwear model ‘happy’ over PM’s divorce accord.

Blanche Lincoln And Derivative’s Amendment

ARKANSAS, (GaeaTimes.com)- Union Leaders are dissatisfied with Senator Blanche Lincoln and her attitude towards the Employee Free Choice Act. Reportedly, Blanche Lincoln surprised one and all with her strong amendment on the derivatives just ahead of the June 8 run off against Bill Halter. The labor unions have claimed that senator Blanche Lincoln couldn’t have … Original article on : Blanche Lincoln And Derivative’s Amendment.

Thai protest rally ends as security forces move in (Third Lead)

BANGKOK – The nine-week anti-government bloody protest by Thailand’s red shirts ended Wednesday with security forces smashing through the outer barriers of a Bangkok rally, forcing protest leaders to surrender. An Italian journalist was killed in the clashes.

Nattawut Saikua, Jatuporn Prompan and several other key leaders of the United Front for Democracy Against Dictatorship …. Original source  : Thai protest rally ends as security forces move in (Third Lead).

Rand Paul Wins Against Trey Grayson

KENTUCKY (GaeaTimes.com)- Republican Rand Paul emerged the winner in the race for the United States Senate seat nomination from the state of Kentucky. His win was significant for a number of reasons. First of all, he was a first time candidate, despite the fact that he is the son of the former Presidential … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Rand Paul Wins Against Trey Grayson.

Tripura troopers to be deployed for West Bengal civic polls

AGARTALA – Troopers of the Tripura State Rifles (TSR) who played a key role in curbing terrorism in the northeastern state would be deployed in West Bengal to conduct free and fair elections to civic bodies, officials said here Wednesday.

The election to the Kolkata Municipal Corporation and 81 other municipalities in West Bengal will be …. Read the original article  : Tripura troopers to be deployed for West Bengal civic polls.

Connecticut senate candidate’s ‘misplaced words’ on Vietnam bolsters opposition’s hope

Blumenthal statements give GOP hope in Senate race

WEST HARTFORD, Conn. – The admission by Senate candidate Richard Blumenthal – one of Connecticut’s most well-known politicians – that he “misspoke” when he claimed he served in Vietnam has bolstered Republican hopes they could capture a seat once seen as a lock for Democrats.
Democrats, meanwhile, stood by …. Source  : Connecticut senate candidate’s ‘misplaced words’ on Vietnam bolsters opposition’s hope.

Nepal PM says no consensus without fixing number of combatants for integration

KATHMANDU – Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal has said there can be no consensus without fixing the number of Maoist former combatants into the army and other security agencies.

“Going for integration without determining the number to be integrated will invite further problems, Nepalnews quoted him as, saying.

“There are so many armed groups. What happens if … Read : Nepal PM says no consensus without fixing number of combatants for integration.

Thai army says troops have gained full control of Bangkok in crackdown on protesters

Thai army says it has full control of Bangkok

BANGKOK – The Thai army has declared an end to the operation against anti-government protesters and says that troops are now in control.
Despite the army claim, violence continued as Red Shirt protesters set fires in several parts of downtown Bangkok.
Army spokesman Col. Sansern Kawekamnerd told a Wednesday … Original article on : Thai army says troops have gained full control of Bangkok in crackdown on protesters.

Wis. soldier who died at Gettysburg to be awarded medal earned 7 score and 7 years ago

147 years later, Wis. Civil War soldier gets medal

DELAFIELD, Wis. – Seven score and seven years ago, a wounded Wisconsin soldier stood his ground on the Gettysburg battlefield and made a valiant stand before he was felled by a Confederate bullet.
Now, thanks to the dogged efforts of modern-day supporters, 1st Lt. Alonzo Cushing shall not … Read more >>>.

8-term Republican Souder, resigning over affair, third of 9 Indiana congressmen to step down

GOP’s Souder latest Ind. congressman to bow out

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana’s delegation to Washington will have a decidedly different look in January with Rep. Mark Souder’s decision to resign Friday and become the third of the state’s nine congressmen to step down this year.
The eight-term Republican who promoted abstinence education rocked party leaders Tuesday with his …. Original article  : 8-term Republican Souder, resigning over affair, third of 9 Indiana congressmen to step down.

Senate sees finish line on Wall Street rules, key vote to end debate looms Wednesday

Senate readies for end game on Wall Street rules

WASHINGTON – Tired, occasionally cranky senators are turning into the home stretch on a weekslong effort to pass a massive financial regulation bill.
Senators were scheduled to vote Wednesday to end debate on the legislation. But several issues remained unresolved and tempers were running short on the Senate … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Senate sees finish line on Wall Street rules, key vote to end debate looms Wednesday.

Obama endorsement falls short again, raising doubts about his impact in November

Obama endorsements don’t seem to help Democrats

WASHINGTON – The role of endorser in chief isn’t working so well for President Barack Obama.
Sen. Arlen Specter became the fourth Democrat in seven months to lose a high-profile race despite the president’s active involvement, raising doubts about Obama’s ability to help fellow Democrats in this November’s elections.
The first … Original article on : Obama endorsement falls short again, raising doubts about his impact in November.

Candidates linked to power beware; latest primaries show anger at DC, party establishments

Primaries show anti-DC, anti-establishment mood
WASHINGTON – With the electorate’s intense anger reverberating across the country, this is all but certain: It’s an anti-Washington, anti-establishment year. And candidates with ties to either better beware.
Any doubt about just how toxic the political environment is for congressional incumbents and candidates hand-picked by national Republican and Democratic …. Original source  : Candidates linked to power beware; latest primaries show anger at DC, party establishments.

Thai red shirts end protest rally

BANGKOK – Thailand’s red shirts Wednesday announced the end of their protest rally in Bangkok after armoured personnel carriers broke through the outer barriers of their protest site early in the morning.

Natthawut Saikua, speaking on behalf of all the red-shirts leaders at site, said they decided to call an end to the rally to avoid … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Thai red shirts end protest rally.

White House works to paint fuller picture of Supreme Court nominee Kagan, releases documents

White House touts nominee, releases Kagan papers
WASHINGTON – Senators are plowing through reams of files detailing Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan’s background and record as they search for clues to what kind of justice she would be.
Kagan, President Barack Obama’s pick to succeed retiring Justice John Paul Stevens, was to return …. Original article  : White House works to paint fuller picture of Supreme Court nominee Kagan, releases documents.

Arlen Specter Faces Humiliating Defeat

PENNSYLVANIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Tuesday brought bad news for the democrats in the USA as Arlen Specter, the Pennsylvania Senator lost out the reelection bid. He was defeated by Joe Sestak, the two-term Republican opponent. Interestingly when he was in the GOP, Senator Arlen Specter got elected to this senate for 5 times. In the 29 …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Arlen Specter Faces Humiliating Defeat.

Arkansas voters deliver muddled verdict on establishment candidates in Senate primaries

Ark. voters deliver muddled verdict on insiders

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas voters delivered a muddled verdict on establishment politicians Tuesday, thrusting Democratic Sen. Blanche Lincoln into a prolonged fight to keep her job while handing a sitting congressman the GOP nomination for the seat.
Lincoln, already considered one of the most vulnerable incumbents in Washington, now … Original source on Gaea Times at : Arkansas voters deliver muddled verdict on establishment candidates in Senate primaries.

Prop 100 Results: Arizona Voted 64%

ARIZONA (GaeaTimes.com) — With Prop 100 already gathering 64 percent of votes, Arizona voters seem to approve the measure of increasing sales tax in the state. Among the 15 countries of Arizona 14 are included in this result, which was reported at 8:50 pm.
Passing of Prop 100 means that the residents of Arizona will …. Original source  : Prop 100 Results: Arizona Voted 64%.

Immigration expected to dominate Obama-Calderon meetings, with new Arizona law sparking debate

Immigration highlighted in Obama-Calderon meetings
WASHINGTON – Immigration will be a central part of the discussion when President Barack Obama meets with Mexico’s President Felipe Calderon (fay-LEE’-pay kahl-duh-ROHN’) at the White House on Wednesday.
Calderon is expected to push for an overhaul of U.S. immigration law during his trip to Washington. A senior administration official …. Read the original article  : Immigration expected to dominate Obama-Calderon meetings, with new Arizona law sparking debate.

2 key Red Shirt protest leaders surrender, led away by Thai police in central Bangkok

Thai protest leaders surrender, call end to sit-in

BANGKOK – Two key leaders of Thailand’s Red Shirt protesters have surrendered to authorities after a deadly army assault on their fortified encampment. They have been led away by police in central Bangkok.
However, grenades exploded nearby as the leaders announced their decision.
Red Shirt leaders told followers they are … Read : 2 key Red Shirt protest leaders surrender, led away by Thai police in central Bangkok.