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The Airbus A 380 takes off for New York from the airport in Frankfurt, central Germany. For plane builder Airbus and German airline Lufthansa AG, the A380's first flight to North America is a chance to show off the superjumbo to potential U.S. buyers and to airports they hope will be flight bases for the double-decker jet.  (Photo by Michael Probst / AP) Bush cautions Congress about Iraq war funds President Bush marked the fourth anniversary of the war in Iraq as the White House tried to counter Democratic attempts to force a withdrawal of U.S. troops. MSNBC U.S., North Korea resolve bank dispute The United States and North Korea have resolved a dispute over $25 million in frozen North Korean funds, clearing the way for dismantling the North's nuclear programs, U.S. officials said. Examiner Super-jumbo jet set for first passenger flight It may trail the historic impact of Charles Lindbergh's 1927 solo flight across the Atlantic, but his plane also did not have a wingspan wider than a football field or space for more than 500 passengers. USA Today   Bomb kills 8 at Baghdad Shiite mosque Examiner Suicide bomber hits U.S. embassy convoy in Kabul Reuters U.S. military ill-prepared for other conflicts The demand for U.S. troops in Iraq and in Afghanistan has left ground forces in the United States short of resources vital to fight a major ground conflict elsewhere, senior U.S. military and government officials acknowledge. Washington Post U.S. pushes on-the-job training of Iraqi forces MSNBC Pakistani judges resign; call for protests Seven Pakistani judges resigned in protest against government moves to sack the country's chief judge as the leader of an opposition alliance of conservative religious parties called for more protests. Reuters Iraq war's statistics prove fleeting The U.S. war in Iraq is entering its fifth year. That, and 3,197 U.S. military deaths reported by the Pentagon as of Friday, are among the few certainties in a war characterized by confusion and misuse of key data. MSNBC   NATION Hicks case: Howard may be called The Australian lawyer for Guantanamo Bay detainee David Hicks says Prime Minister John Howard could be called as a witness in a Federal Court case against the government. Sydney Morning Herald Iraqi pessimism grows More than half of Iraqis believe attacks on coalition forces are justified, a new poll has shown, as the U.S. president faces increasing anti-war protests at home. Telegraph Blacklist proposed for multinationals with adverse impact in Darfur A new United Nations report on Darfur recommends that foreign companies operating in the region and having "adverse impact on the human rights situation in Darfur" should be punished. Epoch Times POLITICS General comment Peter Pace called homosexual acts 'immoral' last week. It wasn't the first time he'd weighed in on the matter. Newsweek Were CIA subpoenas linked to San Diego attorney's firing? A day before a Justice Department official e-mailed the White House saying San Diego U.S. Attorney Carol Lam should be fired, Lam notified the department that she would serve a search warrant on the No. 3 CIA official, Sen. Dianne Feinstein says. McClatchy Newspapers Attorney General apologizes for handling of prosecutor firings CNN MySpace launches politics channel MySpace, the largest Internet social network, said it has launched a politics channel ahead of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections. Reuters SPORTS No. 1 Florida prevents Purdue’s upset bid Florida's Al Horford had 17 points and nine rebounds and helped the defending national champions withstand a game effort by plucky Purdue in a 74-67 victory in the second round of the NCAA tournament. MSNBC Stealing the spotlight: Preds win as Modano sets American scoring record Kimmo Timonen scored two goals and set a career high for points in a season, leading the Nashville Predators to victory, when Mike Modano scored twice to pass Joe Mullen for the most goals by an American-born player. Sports Illustrated ENVIRONMENT Climate change expert criticizes U.S. 'interference' in research The Bush administration's interference in climate change science has revealed "flaws that have developed in the functioning of our democracy," according to a leading U.S. climate scientist. Guardian Bush administration looks at climate impact on animals The Bush administration will examine whether a growing number of species are at risk from global warming and need federal protection, Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne said. Environmental News Network HEALTH Cuban-style clinics may be a model for U.S. At a CAC Florida clinic, senior citizens get easy access to primary care physicians, and free dental and vision care. Originating in pre-Castro Cuba, these clinics could be a vision of American healthcare in the future. Akron Beacon Journal Depressed women can still be good mothers Medically treating post-partum depression may not be enough to improve a mother's relationship with her baby, and is only part of the equation, according to a new study done in part by the University of Alberta. Medical News Today Mouth-to-mouth CPR not so helpful? For adults who suddenly collapse, CPR is more effective if rescuers focus on chest compression over mouth-to-mouth ventilation. CBS News RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY Disneyfied Jesus riles Church elders Paintings portraying Jesus Christ as Mickey Mouse and Vladimir Lenin are prompting charges of abuse of religious symbols by Russian Orthodox Church leaders. Moscow Times Police say turnpike killing was triggered by religious CDs A man fatally beat a former Soviet political prisoner at a highway rest stop after the victim declined an offer to buy his religious CDs, police said. MSNBC   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Column: The two faces of Hillary New York Daily News Editorial: Stepping down is best move for Gonzales Chicago Sun-Times Column (Matt Price): Sad reality of Baghdad Daily Telegraph Column (Kaveh Afrasiabi): U.S. and Iran: Squint-eyed double-dealing Asia Times Column (Leonard Pitts): The general's visceral view of immorality Baltimore Sun Editorial: For open government Miami Herald Editorial: Protecting American wages International Herald Tribune Editorial: The getting-into-preschool puzzle Slate   Site edited by: Ryan Dowse, Rich Garcia, Jim Scripps and Josh Miles.   GOOD NEWS That's the spirit: Northwestern prof awarded $1.5 mil. A Northwestern University professor who studies spiritual matters has received a substantial material reward for his efforts — the $1.5 million Templeton Prize. Chicago Sun-Times Tiniest horse saddled with charitable mission As the world’s smallest horse, 5-year-old Thumbelina, weighing in at 57 pounds, has a bigger mission: to raise $1 million for children’s charities this year. MSNBC NATION NYPD officers indicted for manslaughter in groom shooting Two New York City Police Department detectives have been indicted on charges of manslaughter in the shooting death of an unarmed black man on his wedding day, the Queens District Attorney said. CNN Cleared of rape after 18 years, now convicted of murder A man who spent 18 years in prison for a rape he didn't commit was convicted of murdering a photographer, whose charred bones were found in a burn pit outside his home. CNN California stem cell group awards $75 million; Korea's CHA included California's stem cell agency awarded 29 research grants totaling $74.6 million to California non-profit institutions and universities. Bloomberg BUSINESS Mortgage adjusting seen boosting foreclosures About 1.1 million more home foreclosures are expected over the next six years as adjustable-rate mortgages reset to higher payments, according to a study by research firm First American CoreLogic. CNN A looming economic threat As momentum builds on Capitol Hill to do something about the rising economic challenge from China and India, political support is coalescing around a pat remedy: boost America's long-term competitiveness by getting more U.S. youth to study science and engineering. BusinessWeek SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Scientists test cool vests for soldiers Scientists at the University of Portsmouth are testing new high-tech thermal vests to be used by soldiers in Iraq to help them cope with the heat of battle. Science Daily Playing music makes you smart Scientists have uncovered the first concrete evidence that playing music can significantly enhance the brain and sharpen hearing for all kinds of sounds, including speech. LiveScience BMW navigation system linked to Google Maps BMW has reached an agreement with Google to link the premium car maker's navigation system with Google Maps for faster and more comfortable route planning. Playfuls EDUCATION Student free speech vs. school drug policy A dispute over a student prank in Juneau, Alaska, is raising questions about student free speech and whether school officials can be sued for damages when they try to muzzle a teenager's attempt at humor. Christian Science Monitor 'An unholy alliance' gouges students: probe New York's attorney general has accused colleges of taking kickbacks from student loan companies and reaping other benefits while making it harder for students to get better deals on their loans. Chicago Sun-Times LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT Warhol bought for $250 in 1962 may fetch $15 million A U.S. collector who bought an Andy Warhol portrait of Marilyn Monroe in 1962 for $250 is offering the painting for sale in May and can expect to fetch over $15 million, auctioneers Christie's said. Monsters and Critics Phil Spector murder trial set to start This week, the search begins for jurors to decide if producer Phil Spector is guilty of murdering Lana Clarkson on Feb. 3, 2003, after taking her home with him from the House of Blues on the Sunset Strip. San Jose Mercury News Has hip-hop flopped? Absolutely, say some insiders In the wake of slumping sales, hip-hop — once the music industry's top-selling genre — is facing an identity crisis. Houston Chronicle   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Japanese doctor admits POW abuse A former doctor in Japan's World War 2 navy says he was ordered to perform medical experiments on Filipino prisoners before they were executed. BBC   Photo of the Day A young protester with a painted face demonstrates in central Athens during a weekend anti-war rally marking the fourth anniversary of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq. About 1,000 people marched peacefully through central Athens to the U.S. embassy demanding an end to the war.  (Photo by Petros Giannakouris / 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 The worst solitude is to be destitute of sincere friendship. Francis Bacon Daily Quote Archives Email Newsletters Daily headlines Friends of the DailySource DailySource Archives Scroll through recent items from your favorite sections: News Top Stories Columns and Op-ed The Daily Quote Photo of the Day Email this edition Ways to Help Volunteer Spread the word Donate Shop Search Give feedback Other ways

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