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Iran Test-Fires Missiles In Persian Gulf Wed, 9 Jul 2008 14:55:48 -0400
Iran test-fired nine long- and medium-range missiles Wednesday during war games that officials said aimed to show the country can retaliate against any U.S. or Israeli attack, state television reported.

U.S. Troops, Intel Aided Rescue Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
For months before Colombians carried out a daring rescue of a Connecticut-raised man and others from a guerrilla camp, a team of U.S. Special Forces joined elite Colombian troops tracking the hostages across the country's southern jungle.

U.S. Might Test Fringe Autism Treatment Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Many Parents Insist; Some Scientists Balk

Pressured by desperate parents, government researchers are pushing to test an unproven treatment on autistic children, a move some scientists see as an unethical experiment in voodoo medicine.

Study: Hormone Blockers Don't Help Early Prostate Cancer Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Widely used hormone-blocking drugs failed to improve survival in older men with early prostate cancer that hasn't spread, a study found.

U.S. Has Deal To Put Radar Defense System In Czech Republic Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Over vehement Russian objections, the United States and leaders of the Czech Republic agreed Tuesday to place a radar system in the Czech Republic that would warn of long-range missiles entering Europe from the Middle East.

Iraq Wants Timeline For U.S. Troop Withdrawal Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Iraqi officials stepped up pressure on the United States on Tuesday to agree to a specific timeline to withdraw American forces, a sign of the government's growing confidence as violence falls.

Panel Pushes Congressional Standing On War Powers Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A bipartisan commission called Tuesday for a law to require the next president to ask Congress for formal approval of any decision to go to war and force the White House to consult Congress once a war is underway.

Candidates Pitch Economic Plans Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Rivals Address Hispanic Group

Republican John McCain and Democrat Barack Obama sought Tuesday to send the same message to a critical constituency: They understand that Hispanics share the same economic concerns as other Americans — and they will help the whole country prosper.

FTC Considers Backing Off Nicotine Guidance Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The Federal Trade Commission said Tuesday that it no longer considers reliable a test for tar and nicotine used for more than 40 years and touted by the tobacco industry in marketing "light" and "low-tar" cigarettes.

Regional Tensions Inflamed Tue, 8 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Blast Deepens Afghanistan-Pakistan Rancor

The car bomb that killed more than 40 people outside the Indian Embassy Monday stoked regional tensions and threatened to erode already diminishing confidence in the government of Afghan President Hamid Karzai.

UConn Hit-And-Run Passenger Sentenced Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Right up until judicial marshals led her from a courtroom to begin a six-month jail sentence for her role in the hit-and-run death of a University of Connecticut freshman 18 months ago, Michele Ann Hall had sought to minimize her actions of that day.

Hartford Woman Who Stabbed Sons Pleads Guilty Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Though her boys, twins Elijah and Noah and toddler Isaiah, aren't yet old enough to read, Carmela Ortiz is hoping their grandmother will read the letters she wrote to them from prison.

CL&P Users May Get Power Over Power Rates Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
By the end of the summer, some Connecticut Light & Power customers will be able to track their daily electric use online and possibly lock in cheaper rates with the help of new "smart meters."

St. Francis Hospital Announces Secret Donor's $12.5 Million Pledge Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center is to receive the largest private gift in its 111-year history upon the death of an anonymous donor who has pledged $12.5 million to the hospital in his will.

Route 11 Plan Gets A $5 Million Push Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
State and federal officials have agreed to infuse the stalled Route 11 expansion project with more than $5 million, saying the funding "breathes new life" into the plan for a new corridor to southeastern Connecticut.

Employee Of Hartford Grocery Indicted On Food Stamp Fraud Charge Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
An employee of a North End grocery has been indicted by a federal grand jury on a food stamp fraud charge after allegedly allowing program recipients to purchase nonfood items and access cash with their benefit cards, according to documents filed in U.S. District Court in Hartford.

Farmington Church's Application Draws Response At Meeting Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
— Members of the Church of St. Patrick are hoping the third attempt achieves the goal of expanding and renovating their church.

Hartford Man Sentenced In Robbery Spree Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A Hartford man who was the driver in a central Connecticut robbery spree last year was sentenced Tuesday for his role in the holdups in Avon, Bristol, Farmington, Plainville and Southington.

Avon School Board Cuts Positions, Middle School Sports Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
— The board of education cut three staff positions and most middle school interscholastic sports Tuesday to help reduce its budget by $1.52 million.

Former Constable Files Suit, Says He Was Forced Out Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
— A former town constable claims he was pressured to release a man he pulled over on suspicion of drunken driving, a suspect who happened to be related to a retired state police captain.

Obama stokes veep speculation Wed, 9 Jul 2008 21:13:00 -0400
Barack Obama stoked vice presidential speculation Wednesday with an unannounced stop at the Washington law firm of a search team member and then a flight to New York fundraisers with potential pick Hillary Rodham Clinton and a second vetter.

Liberal Activists Target Lieberman's Chairmanship Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:59:00 -0400
Liberal activists said Wednesday that they've gathered more than 43,000 signatures on an online petition urging Democrats to strip Connecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman of his committee chairmanship next year.

A Wired Chum To Wake You Up Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Computer scientists may someday learn to program dreams, opening a menu of virtual adventures in the land of Nod. Until then, there's the Chumby -- a compact device that brings the colors, sounds and personal connections of the Web to your nightstand.

Daycation: There's Nothing Like Canoe Lessons To Get Your Adventure Started Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Now more than ever, we need a break — an occasional respite from our everyday lives. Yes, a "daycation" — a day spent away from the office or job site, and away from chores, just to relax and play. Once again this summer, we are taking one day a week to suggest a nearby escape. Enjoy!

A World Of 'Pushy Parents' Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
What's wrong with parents today?

It's Not Too Late To Change A Misbehaving 5-Year-Old Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Q: I've always heard that a child's character and personality are pretty well set by the time he or she is 5 or 6 years old, and that any dysfunctional behavior patterns the child still exhibits at that age are going to be almost impossible to change. Is that right?

School On Deadline Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
If you could bring a really top-notch public charter school to Hartford, a demanding and challenging school with a proven track record at closing the achievement gap between minority and white students, and do it for relatively little money, why wouldn't you?

Fund Criminal Reforms Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Democratic lawmakers insist that Gov. M. Jodi Rell's cuts to close a projected $150 million gap in the state budget will put a dent in criminal justice reforms.

Drop The Charges Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
It's been more than a year since a Superior Court judge set aside the conviction, based on false evidence, of Norwich substitute schoolteacher Julie Amero and ordered a new trial.

Sam Colt's Example Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Col. Sam Colt, arguably Hartford's greatest 19th-century industrialist, understood that his workers needed places to live, and so built housing near his armory, some of which still stands. Other industrialists did the same. It is a model we might want to revisit.

A Raw Deal Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
If you're thinking of serving in state government, attend the tale of Greg Grew.

A Break For 'Angels' Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Connecticut is missing the boat by not offering tax credits to so-called angel investors willing to risk their capital on start-up ventures.

Summer Sky Jinx Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
So far, summer in Connecticut hasn't lacked drama.

Slim Lead In Cold Case Tue, 8 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
In the TV crime drama "Cold Case," long unsolved murders are re-examined and wrapped up neatly by the end of the hour. Witnesses overlooked in the initial investigation are often the key to the outcome. At the close of the show, dramatic music and special effects give the viewer the impression that because of the always successful efforts of detectives, the long-dead victim and loved ones can rest at last.

Mickey Mouse Antics Tue, 8 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Some startling news: Mickey Mouse showed up at the Blue Trail Range & Gun Store in Wallingford on Memorial Day weekend for a little target practice. We know this because Mickey's name appears in Blue Trail's sign-in book.

A Right-Wing Rock Star Tue, 8 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
You couldn't ignore Jesse A. Helms Jr. in life. So consequential was he that his death on July 4 should not be ignored, either.

Leading With The Left Hand Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
When Sens. Barack Obama and John McCain take the stage for the presidential debates, attentive viewers may notice both candidates scribbling notes with their left hands. Political junkies will remember that such a curiosity has occurred before: In 1992, all three contenders — George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Ross Perot — were southpaws.

Danger: Sharing Gene Data Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
California recently followed New York's lead in attempting to curb the growth of direct-to-consumer genetic testing, which offers people analysis of their genes that could predict their risk of contracting a serious disease or reveal other potential health issues.

No Beer, No Civilization Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Perhaps like many sensible citizens, you read Investor's Business Daily for its sturdy common sense in defending free markets and other rational arrangements. If so, you too may have been startled recently by an astonishing statement on that newspaper's front page. It was in a report on the intention of the world's second-largest brewer, Belgium's InBev, to buy control of the third-largest, Anheuser-Busch, for $46.3 billion. The story asserted: "The (alcoholic beverage) industry's continued growth, however slight, has been a surprise to those who figured that when the economy turned south, consumers would cut back on nonessential items like beer."

Old And Busted, All Summer Long Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
You may be wondering why you've been hearing classic rock staples like Warren Zevon's "Werewolves of London" and Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Sweet Home Alabama" on your favorite Top 40 radio station this summer.

Negotiation Isn't Appeasement Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
This latest round of diplomatic dancing with North Korea should finally put to rest the hoariest of political cliches — that a willingness to talk with an enemy is appeasement.

A Victory For Class Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
If you read Monday morning's sports headlines, you learned that Rafael Nadal "dethroned" and "shocked" tennis champion Roger Federer at Wimbledon.

Obama Tackles Tough Charges Head On Tue, 8 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
During the July 4 week, Barack Obama did something that's becoming characteristic of his campaign: He took an issue on which he appeared to be vulnerable — in this case the cluster of themes lumped together as "patriotism" — and by going on the offensive in a powerful speech, he subtly changed the terms of the debate.

Impoverished Egyptians Struggle For Food Tue, 8 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A gaggle of peasant women, black caftans wafting in the breeze, crouched in a street over a small tray of fish, just caught but already teeming with flies. In their excited chatter, they sounded as if they had acquired a rarefied commodity of untold value. By their own measure they had. The worldwide food crisis has spawned high-level meetings and cogent-sounding strategies proclaimed by leaders of the wealthy nations that caused it. But when looking for results, come to places like Al-Burullus, Egypt, one of the most impoverished towns in an exceedingly poor country. People who live here, like the women trying to mete out the fish, say, simply: We're hungry. But no one seems to listen — or care.

Private Jet Passengers Still Go Their Own Way Tue, 8 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
For most of us, flying has become increasingly unpleasant. But not for the super-rich and the corporate executives.

Closing Library Branches Was Painful, Necessary Mon, 7 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
This year, given the deepest budget cuts we have ever faced, the board of directors of the Hartford Public Library was forced to make painful decisions regarding library services and hours. We do not make these decisions lightly. We recognize the important role the library plays in the city and are proud that our delivery of quality services has made the library so vital to our community.

Triple Play That Wasn't Turns Into 7-Run Inning For Sox Wed, 9 Jul 2008 19:49:00 -0400
Dustin Pedroia hit a three-run double as the Boston Red Sox followed an overturned triple-play call with seven runs in the seventh inning to beat the Minnesota Twins 18-5 on Wednesday and complete a three-game sweep.

Stewart To Leave Joe Gibbs Racing Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:40:00 -0400
The news that two-time Sprint Cup Series champion Tony Stewart will leave Joe Gibbs Racing at the conclusion of the 2008 season was made official this morning. Speculation is that 18-year old Middletown native Joey Logano is the favorite to replace Stewart.

UConn Women: Freshmen Excited Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Caroline Doty and Tiffany Hayes, half of the UConn women's heralded freshman class, have spent the summer getting to know each other and their teammates.

Hal Steinbrenner Disappointed In Yankees Wed, 9 Jul 2008 15:33:00 -0400
Hal Steinbrenner emerged from a closed-door meeting in manager Joe Girardi's office today to say he was disappointed in the New York Yankees' performance this year yet reluctant to trade prospects for veterans in hopes of a spark.

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