| K-Fed: Brit To Cough Up?
Britney Spears may be heading back in the direction of the courtroom. This time it all involves a motion from Kevin Federline's lawyer regarding fees. TMZ reports that K-Fed's lawyer, Mark Vincent Kaplan, has filed a motion in which he asks that Brit pay attorney's fees. They say that if the motion is granted, Brit could have to cough up to the tune of $500,000 (around 250,000). They explain the breakdown as such: Mark was awarded $120,000 (around 60,000) for fees between 30th July and 8th October last year. Now, TMZ says, this time Mark is asking for fees in excess of $300,000 (around 150,000) for the period from 8th October 2007 to 24th January 2008. For fees he'll accumulate between now and the end of the custody trial, believed to be in April, they say he's asking for an excess of $100,000 (around 50,000).
Dollar Done Dropping?
Ironically enough the fall in the equity indices was one of the key drivers of dollar strength. As stocks faltered, carry was unwound pushing EURJPY well below the critical 160.00 level and taking EURUSD down with it in the process. On the economic front, US data was mostly horrid with Retail Sales, Building Permits and Philly Fed all falling off the cliff. On the bright side, TICS came in much better than forecast suggesting that at least for the time being capital flows will not be a problem. Finally the U of M survey surprised to the upside climbing back from its depths in the 70’ s back to the 80 level. Overall the news suggests that while 50bp cut is a strong possibility, any talk of a "panic" 75bp cut must be put to rest as the Fed tries to reserve its ammunition. In the upcoming week the US calendar is nearly barren with only Existing Homes on the docket.
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At the same time, it's hard for candidates to break through the cluttered news environment to earn free media exposure. McCain has the backing of former Gov. Thomas Kean, while Romney has the support of State Sen. Joe Kyrillos, the former chairman of New Jersey's Republican state committee. --- BEST OF THE REST Of the 15 other states that will vote, three are home states that each candidate is all but certain to win - Arizona for McCain, Massachusetts for Romney and Arkansas for Huckabee. Utah is essentially a second home for Romney; its large Mormon population is likely to give him a win. He also will look to win in states that hold caucuses - Alaska, Colorado, Minnesota, North Dakota - and one that holds a state convention, West Virginia. McCain could do well in Western states of Oklahoma and New Mexico, as well as moderate Northeastern states like Connecticut and Delaware.
College Insider: Hofstra wrestler Griffin wants NCAA title
In three years at Hofstra Griffin has yet to bring home an NCAA title. He came close last season, taking third and earning All-American honors.
He was one of four Hofstra wrestlers to be named All-American. Getting so close to the top and not winning left Griffin feeling a little empty. This season the senior from Reading, Pa. is planning on ending his career at the top spot.
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Home Secretary Jacqui Smith says she doesn't walk alone at night. Do ...
But both men agreed that Sutton was a good place for business. "It has an extremely pleasant environment, good transport links to the airports and central London," said Mr Wood. To overcome the problem the chamber has been encouraging businesses in its twin towns to set up branches in Sutton. The council and Mr Burstow have also been lobbying the Government to get a fair deal for Sutton in the distribution of grants. 6:27pm today Print Email this Comment .b_box { border: 1px solid #D7D7D7; background-color: #EEEEEE; color: #000000; padding: 5px; width: 307px; } .b_box img { border: 1px solid #D7D7D7; padding: 5px; background-color: #ffffff; } .b_box a, .b_box a:visited .b_box a:active { color: #000000 !important; } .b_box a:hover { color: #FF0000 !important; } .msg_div { padding: 0px; width: 307px; clear: left; } .entry { border-left: 1px solid #D7D7D7; border-right: 1px solid #D7D7D7; padding: 5px; width: 307px; } .entry2 { border-left: 1px solid #D7D7D7; border-right: 1px solid #D7D7D7; padding: 5px; min-height: 80px; } .b_entry { border-left: 1px solid #D7D7D7; border-right: 1px solid #D7D7D7; border-bottom: 1px solid #D7D7D7; padding: 5px; width: 307px; } fieldset { margin-top: 10px; border: 1px solid #D7D7D7; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; padding: 0px; } legend { padding: 2px 6px; color: #000000; background: #EEEEEE; border: 1px solid #D7D7D7; font-weight: bold; margin-left: 10px; } .headcell { text-align: center; color: #000000; background: #EEEEEE; border-bottom: 1px solid #D7D7D7; } .headcell a:link, .headcell a:visited, .headcell a:active { color: #000000; } .headcell a:hover { color: #FF0000; } .caltab { border: 1px solid #D7D7D7; margin-top: 5px; } .year_daycell { text-decoration: underline; text-align: center; } .year_fullcell { background: #EEEEEE; border: 1px solid #D7D7D7; } blockquote { border: 2px outset #D7D7D7; } .buttonclass { background: #EEEEEE; color: #000000; } .
Cambodian girl has rare brain tumor removed in 20-hour surgery
She struggled through the murder of her father, homelessness and abandonment. Now the 12-year-old Cambodian girl is recovering after surgeons here successfully removed a lemon-size tumor from beneath her brain. Buntheep Chun, a wisp of a girl with dark eyes, a small voice and a slight smile, is staying at Ronald McDonald House after receiving several surgeries, including one lasting about 20 hours at Wolfson Children's Hospital. Buntheep began experiencing vision problems in October while staying at the Cambodian Christian Arts Ministry. A local optometrist diagnosed her with lazy eye and gave her glasses. But her vision continued to grow worse. A CT scan showed she had a tumor filling her head, said Gioia Michelotti, the school's director who accompanied Buntheep to the United States and serves as her "Mommy" and translator.
Credit-card gadget lets thieves strike on the sly
They can be hidden inside gas-station pumps, ATMs or waiters' pockets.
While you think you're fueling up, withdrawing cash or paying for dinner, a covert skimming device is pulling and storing your credit card's data. Soon after, a stranger transfers the information to a counterfeit card and goes on a shopping spree -- courtesy of your bank account.
They're cheap, can be bought on the Internet and are difficult to spot. So there's little consumers can do to protect themselves -- short of paying cash.
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