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An oil rig is seen in the Gulf of Mexico off the Southeastern tip of Louisiana. The barrier islands and the gulf seafood industry are at risk from a growing oil spill that resulted from the explosion and sinking of the Deepwater Horizon oil rig.   (Photo by Gerald Herbert / AP) Census takers to return to homes An army of 600,000 census takers across the country are being trained to go to some 48 million addresses where nobody mailed back a census form. Washington Post Low census mail results could be trouble for 5 states MSNBC Asteroid may contain keys to life on Earth For the first time scientists have discovered evidence of water ice, as well as organic compounds, on an asteroid — findings that bolster a leading theory for the origins of life on Earth. San Francisco Chronicle Water ice detected on asteroid's surface BBC   Oil spill worries grow The oil flowing from a Gulf Coast rig is now a "spill of national significance," Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano said as concerns grew about damage to the coast. NPR Leaking oil well lacked safeguard device Wall Street Journal Special section: Wildlife at risk New York Times Report: encouraging trends in Afghanistan despite rise in violence Despite the increase in violence, and a 240 percent spike in roadside bomb attacks — a major factor in overall violence statistics — some officials said they are seeing encouraging trends. CNN Special section: Afghans protest MSNBC Russia and US to discuss adoption U.S. and Russian negotiators are to meet in Moscow to discuss the adoption of Russian orphans by American families, which were suspended this month. BBC   NATION Ariz. law energizes Hispanics, Democrats Hispanics and Democratic lawmakers expect huge weekend rallies across the United States, piling pressure on President Barack Obama to overhaul immigration laws in this election year. Reuters 2 local miners trapped after roof falls Mine officials say two underground Dotiki Mine employees were trapped when a piece of the mine's roof fell unexpectedly. 14WFIE POLITICS Alternate plan devised for immigration Senate Democrats appear set on moving comprehensive immigration reform even if it comes without GOP support, and they began the groundwork for a Democrats-only alternative to a bipartisan deal. Roll Call GOP drops opposition to debate on banking bill Republicans have dropped their objections to Democratic efforts to begin debate on a sweeping overhaul of financial regulations, ending GOP tactics that had stalled the bill for three days. NPR Crist likely to run for Senate as independent Florida Gov. Charlie Crist will bolt the Republican party and seek election to the U.S. Senate as an independent, according to two close confidants. MSNBC Crist to run as independent NPR BUSINESS Hewlett-Packard to acquire Palm for $1.2B to step up competition in phone market Hewlett-Packard Co., the world’s biggest personal-computer maker, agreed to acquire Palm Inc. for about $1.2 billion, stepping up efforts to compete in the smartphone market with a "low risk" move. BusinessWeek Federal Reserve to keep low rates Federal Reserve officials restated their intention to keep the benchmark interest rate near zero for an "extended period" and saw signs of life in the labor market. Bloomberg Fed keeps rates at record lows YouTube ENVIRONMENT Hong Kong pollution levels reach 'very high'; cause health warning Hong Kong air pollution reached "very high" levels at all roadside monitoring stations, prompting the government to advise people with heart or respiratory problems to avoid long stays in traffic. BusinessWeek Blog: Calif. dominates American Lung Association's most-polluted cities list CNN Boom clearing Baltimore river of trash Baltimore County, Md., installed a heavy-duty vinyl boom last month at a cost of $80,000 to combat water borne trash on the Back River. Baltimore Sun Mormon church building construction going green The Mormon church — which begins a new construction project on every work day of every week — is looking to lessen its imprint on the environment. Bloomberg SPORTS China stripped of Olympic medal China has been stripped of a bronze medal from the 2000 Sydney Olympics for fielding an underage female gymnast, with the women’s team medal now going to the United States. MSNBC Is the Kentucky Derby still supreme? Behind the pageantry and spectacle of the 136th Derby, Kentucky is confronting an unwelcome worry. After nearly a century of dominance, is the state losing its grip on the horse racing industry? TIME RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY In Spain, church candles go digital A digital candelabra, which consists of a computer screen mounted on a stand decorated with the Cross of Saint James, allows the faithful to light a virtual candle to a favorite saint through a website. TIME Health insurance through faith A growing number of Americans are members of faith-based "health sharing ministries" where members directly pay for each others' medical bills. Miami Herald   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Editorial: US automakers may soon recover Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Column: Fed upbeat Reuters Column: We all belong to this Earth Kansas City Star Column: Sorry Google, Facebook most important San Jose Mercury News Column: Charlie Crist as independent will amuse McClatchy Newspapers Column: Jamaica: island of music and murder Al Jazeera Editorial: A right to violent video games? Denver Post Column: Right-wing media-industrial complex The Atlantic   Site edited by: Mahvish Kazmi, Laurie Hauptli, Selena Williams, Deionna Pope, Randall Rich, Alessandra Marseglia, Jessica Duncan, Rick Dossey, Paul Wertheim, Brad Hess, George Knowles and Walt Chiu.   GOOD NEWS Donations fly to aid of World Bird Sanctuary and its hospital The World Bird Sanctuary's call for help has inspired $70,000 in donations that will keep its hospital open at least a year and buy time to rebuild its finances. STLtoday.com One Laptop Per Child reaches Gaza Strip The U.N. in the Gaza Strip has begun distributing thousands of laptop computers to local school children. BBC WORLD India has made education a right, but will Indian girls be able to go? The Right to Education Act makes it a law that no one can stop a child from attending school, but it does not protect the children from being taken out of school for agricultural or house work. TIME India, Pakistan agree to resume peace talks The prime ministers of India and Pakistan had "very good talks" in Bhutan's capital and agreed that relations between them should be normalized. MSNBC LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT Alvin Ailey Company names a new leader Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater said that it would entrust its future to Robert Battle, a 37-year-old outside choreographer who has had a long association with the company. New York Times World's 50 best restaurants list released S. Pellegrino's annual "World's 50 Best Restaurants" list was released at a celebrity-chef-studded event in London, marking the 9th edition of the much buzzed-about catalog. CNN HEALTH Graco and Simplicity cribs recalled The federal government has recalled thousands of Simplicity and Graco cribs, warning that babies could suffocate or strangle in them. CBS News Happy Meals to be banned in Silicon Valley restaurants Silicon Valley, the undisputed leader of the technology revolution, is seeking to add a new accolade to its reputation by becoming the leader of the fight against obesity induced by fast food. Guardian Dr. Phil on obesity in America CNN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Microbes may contaminate search for life on Mars Bacteria common to spacecraft could survive the harsh environs of Mars long enough to inadvertently contaminate Mars with terrestrial life. ScienceDaily Scientists discover new species of giant flaming lizard Discovered in Indonesia and known as the Torch lizard because of its distinctive orange head, the new species is a close relative of the Komodo dragon. Christian Science Monitor EDUCATION Is teacher tenure still necessary? Tenure is under attack. The century-old system of protecting experienced teachers from arbitrary dismissal — long viewed as sacred — has triggered hot political debates in several states. NPR Ind. district pulls Toni Morrison book from hands of students Students at Franklin Central High School in Franklin, Ind., had to return an award-winning but controversial novel, "Song of Solomon," after complaints surfaced about its appropriateness. Indianapolis Star   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Study: Rotavirus vaccine could save millions of lives A vaccination campaign to combat rotavirus in the world's poorest countries could save the lives of thousands of children, according to a pair of new studies. The Independent   Photo of the Day The sun shines above tulips on a field in Wals Siezenheim, Austria.  (Photo by Kerstin Joensson / AP)	DailySource Most Popular Most viewed Most shared Most recent Connect with Us Or enter Amazon via the box below and they will donate 4-7% of all purchases you make in the next 24 hours to us. Take a Quick Tour The Daily Quote Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn. 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