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Attorney General Eric Holder speaks during a news conference at the Justice Department in Washington.  (Photo by Alex Brandon / AP) US moves to seize assets linked to Iran Federal prosecutors moved to seize several U.S. assets allegedly controlled by entities linked to the Government of Iran, including a mosque and Islamic school in Maryland, land in Virginia and a Manhattan skyscraper. Sydney Morning Herald Complaint comes at delicate time for US, Iran Christian Science Monitor Swine flu has killed 540 kids, sickened 22M Americans Swine flu has swept through about 22 million Americans from April to October, killing an estimated 3,900 people, including 540 children, health officials said. USA TODAY   Gitmo 9/11 suspects to NY for trial Self-proclaimed 9/11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and four alleged henchmen will be tried before a civilian court on American soil. San Francisco Chronicle Five 9/11 suspects to face trial in NY NPR Special section: Khalid Shaikh Mohammed New York Times 9/11 suspect on trial CNN Other Afghan war: fight over media leaks The Obama administration's internal debate over Afghan policy has escalated into a battle of media leaks that's straining relations between officials who're seeking a major troop increase. Charlotte Observer Alleged Fort Hood shooter paralyzed from waist down Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, the accused Fort Hood gunman, is paralyzed from the waist down, according to Hasan's civilian attorney, retired Army Col. John Galligan. CNN Case building against alleged Fort Hood shooter NPR   NATION Transportation secretary announces airlines panel Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said he will create a panel to come up with a plan to restore health to the ailing airline industry, which is losing billions of dollars, shedding jobs and is criticized on safety. MSNBC Prison health care costs rise as inmates grow older and sicker The prison community is facing its own battle against rising medical costs. The elderly constitute the fastest-growing sector of the inmate population, according to experts. CNN 'Town hall' turns turbulent over prisons Oroville Mercury-Register Inquest: Glynn inmate died from illness Florida Times-Union POLITICS Big business tells Congress: 'Frightening' new proposal could 'destroy' Wall Street Some of the world’s most prominent CEOs will press New York lawmakers to oppose legislation they argue would undermine the Big Apple’s economy and its reputation as a world financial hub. The Hill Craig steps down as White House lawyer The White House counsel, Gregory B. Craig, has said he intends to step down from his post, putting to rest long-running speculation about whether he would remain as President Barack Obama’s top lawyer. New York Times Leak on Edwards' $400 haircut came from Obama campaign The $400 haircuts that undercut John Edwards' presidential message of reducing poverty started with a tip from the campaign of then-candidate Barack Obama. McClatchy ENVIRONMENT Brazil celebrates 45 percent reduction in Amazon deforestation The Brazilian government announced a "historic" drop in the deforestation of the Amazon, weeks before world leaders meet in Copenhagen for climate change talks. Guardian CO2 pollution soars in Ariz. The amount of carbon-dioxide pollution in Arizona's skies grew a breathtaking 61 percent over the past two decades, reflecting a rapid period of expansion in the state and across the West. Arizona Republic HEALTH Weak link in cancer cell armor identified The seeming invincibility of cancerous tumors may be crumbling, thanks to a promising new gene therapy that eliminates the ability of certain cells to repair themselves from any damage. ScienceDaily Cell phone use linked to brain changes Peasants waving pitchforks are not exactly storming the castle, but the scientists are sure restless. Yet another scientific study has come out questioning whether cell phone use is good for your brain. LiveScience SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Galileo 'pathfinders' take shape The Galileo satellite-navigation system is coming. After all the wrangling, the delays and the furor over cost, Europe's version of GPS is finally starting to take shape. BBC NASA unveils plan to free stuck Mars rover Spirit from dirt Months of planning are finally coming to fruition: NASA engineers are ready to begin trying to maneuver the plucky rover Spirit out of its sandy trap on Mars. Space.com EDUCATION Teacher shortage turns to glut When Lilli Lackey started college, talk of a growing teacher shortage gave her confidence that a job would be waiting for her when she got out. CBS News Calif. thinks highly of college, not funding Californians' trust in the state's stewardship of higher education has never been lower, according to the latest statewide survey of attitudes on higher education, conducted by the Public Policy Institute of California. San Francisco Chronicle   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Column: Free to lose New York Times Column: 100 cities against Afghanistan escalation Monthly Review Column: When boys shouldn’t be boys Newsweek Blog: Breast is best for weight loss? Salon.com Blog: Church and state in JFK's America Huffington Post Editorial: Obama's Asian trip San Francisco Chronicle Column: Obama triumph ahead The Hill Column: Fort Hood killer: terrified or terrorist? TIME   Site edited by: Beth Ruiz, Jeff Bromberg, Jennifer Rivera, Andrew Evans, Jennifer Huang, George Knowles, Leslie Wendel, Megan Morris, Darling Gutierrez, Nadine Natour, Yvonne Lee, James Morris, Lynne Adams, Laurie Hauptli and Justin Roche.   GOOD NEWS Barber leaves $800K to charity A bachelor barber from Erie, Pa., has bequeathed more than $800,000 to a local charity that helps people with developmental disabilities. Philadelphia Inquirer Louisville hotel for the homeless A Kentucky Christian Mission has found a way to house homeless women and their families. It reopened a building as a hotel — but it also gave homeless people a bargain room rate of one cent per night. Courier-Journal WORLD Medvedev promises new era for democracy in Russia In his biggest speech since taking office, President Dmitry Medvedev laid out a harsh critique of the state of Russia and unveiled a blueprint for its reform. The Independent Cambodia’s embrace of Thaksin stirs tensions with Thailand Thailand’s former prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, is visiting neighboring Cambodia, stirring tensions between the two nations and invigorating his political supporters at home. New York Times Tranquil temple at center of a storm BBC BUSINESS US trade deficit highest increase since 1999 The trade deficit in the U.S. widened in September by the most in a decade, reflecting rising demand for imported oil and automobiles as the economy rebounded from the worst recession in years. Bloomberg Worried about US debt? Send donation here Reuters Time to defend the dollar? CNBC Europe climbs out of recession Europe's economic recovery gained traction when Germany and France reported further growth in the third quarter and Italy started to grow too, lifting the EU out of a deep recession. Globeandmail.com Mergers mania is back CNN LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT Golden Globes to honor Scorsese Golden Globe organizers say they will honor director Martin Scorsese with their Cecil B DeMille award at their upcoming ceremony. ABC News Churchill, Hemingway and Burgess fail computerized English exam Texts written by masters of the English language including Winston Churchill, Ernest Hemingway and William Golding would have been deemed below average under a new computerized exam system. Telegraph.co.uk SPORTS Jim Riggleman to manage Washington Nationals in 2010 Jim Riggleman waited a decade for another chance to be a full-fledged manager in the major leagues — no interim tag attached. He finally earned that job with the Washington Nationals. Yahoo! News Falcons coach, Redskins safety fined for sideline altercation Two people familiar with the situation say Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith has been fined $15,000 by the NFL for a scuffle, while Washington cornerback DeAngelo Hall avoided any punishment. CBS SportsLine RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY Compassionate masters of the universe First, do no harm. That’s the bottom-line rule of Jainism, one of the three major homegrown religions in India. New York Times Rowan Williams: Anglican future looks 'chaotic and uncertain' The Archbishop of Canterbury has pleaded with the Church of England’s Anglo-Catholics to resist the temptation to convert to Roman Catholicism in reaction to the policy of allowing women bishops. Times Online   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT The race for the perfect battery Imagine your daily commute in the age of the electric car: You charge your car in minutes by plugging it into your garage outlet. The total cost comes to about $8. Macleans   Photo of the Day Torchbearer Donna O'Grady holds up the Olympic Flame as the sun rises over the Atlantic Ocean in Cape Spear, Canada.  (Photo by Jonathan Hayward / The Canadian Press / 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 I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the community and as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can. George Bernard Shaw 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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