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Palestinians leave with food aid at a United Nations warehouse in the Shati refugee camp in Gaza City.   (Photo by Bernat Armangue / AP) Hamas police 'seize aid for Gaza' Hamas policemen seized thousands of blankets and food parcels intended for Palestinian civilians in Gaza, U.N. officials say. The UN said it was the first time its aid had been confiscated by Hamas. BBC Outcry grows against Gaza 'war crimes' CBS News Israel and Hamas prepare for the next Gaza war TIME Unemployment rates rose for December 2008 in 98 percent of US cities In a sign that job losses are felt in every corner of the nation, unemployment rates rose in 98% of metropolitan areas across the country in December, according to a recent government report. CNNMoney Obama on stimulus CBS News   Obama sets $500,000 limit on executive pay Pledging to take "the air out of golden parachutes," President Obama announced that executives of companies receiving federal bailout money will have their pay capped at $500,000. CNN House to hear how banks spent money McClatchy Newspapers Obama demands restraint in exchange for aid MSNBC 'Holocaust bishop' told to recant The Vatican has demanded that a British bishop who questioned the Holocaust recant his positions before being fully admitted into the Roman Catholic Church. Daily Telegraph Madoff tipster cites SEC’s ‘ineptitude’ Harry Markopolos, a former money manager tried to convince regulators for nearly nine years that Bernie Madoff was a fraud, recently said the SEC suffers from “investigative ineptitude.” Bloomberg   NATION GI education benefit hitting some rocks A Department of Veterans Affairs' official said veterans could use new GI benefits to attend even high-cost private colleges. But officials of independent colleges and universities sound worried. McClatchy Newspapers Plotting the long road to a million electric cars on the American road Meeting the goal of putting 1 million plug-in electric vehicles on the road by 2015 will only happen with coordinated policies and technology advances, according to an electric vehicle association. CNN POLITICS Can Obama repair his image as the ‘change’ agent? President Obama took office pledging a “new era of responsibility” in Washington. Now, two choices for top administration posts have withdrawn their names from consideration because of tax violations. Christian Science Monitor Obama: 'I screwed up' on nominees MSNBC Obama on economic stimulus ABC News NH governor appoints GOP senator to replace Gregg Gov. John Lynch, a Democrat, named Republican Bonnie Newman to the U.S. Senate. Now Sen. Judd Gregg can become commerce secretary without handing Democrats a filibuster-proof majority. CBS News ENVIRONMENT Climate bill possible 'in weeks' The Senate's top environmental lawmaker offered a preview of climate change legislation she said could be introduced "in weeks, not months." Reuters Biofuels more harmful to humans than petrol and diesel, warn scientists Some biofuels cause more health problems than petrol and diesel, according to scientists who have calculated the health costs associated with different fuel types. Guardian LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT Dancer fetches $19.2 million at auction A bronze sculpture of a young ballet dancer by the French master Edgar Degas has sold for a record $19.2 million. The Little Dancer was bought by a private bidder from Asia at Sotheby's auction house, in London. BBC Stephen King says ‘Twilight’ author Meyer ‘can't write’ Stephen King’s opinion may drive a stake through the heart of “Twilight” author Stephenie Meyer. MSNBC EDUCATION Study links lead levels, SAT scores A Virginia economist who pored over years of national data says there's an "incredibly strong" correlation between the drop in lead concentration in children's blood and rising SAT scores. USA Today Survey finds college increasingly important but pricey A new survey found a dramatic increase in the number of Americans who think a college degree is essential for success, and also in those who believe higher education is priced out of reach. Forbes RELIGION & SPIRITUALITY Are American Muslims 'under more scrutiny' with Obama? Many American Muslim leaders are eager to help President Barack Obama improve the image of the United States in the Islamic world, but they worry that their contribution might not be welcome. USA Today Diverse group to advise overhauled faith-based office The Obama administration is set to announce a diverse set of advisers to a revamped White House office that will steer government money to religious and neighborhood groups doing service work. Houston Chronicle   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Column: An insider's look at Obama's first days in the White House U.S. News & World Report Column (Mike Madden): Obama's hopes get Daschled Salon.com Column (N'Gai Croal): All the president’s tweets Newsweek Column (Jay Newton-Small): Can the president work with Democrats? TIME Column (Jack Shafer): The case against non-profit papers Slate Column (John Mashek): For GOP and Steele, an uphill battle U.S. News & World Report Column: Time to reinvent the Scouts San Francisco Chronicle Column: Stumbling on their sense of entitlement MSNBC Column: What's a critic to do without his target? San Francisco Chronicle   Site edited by: Binal Ghelani, Joe Gold, Eli Greenlaw, Emily Kirby, Max Miller, Jasmine Jernberg and Emily Naughton.   GOOD NEWS Kids shower Obama with 'running the country' advice A new book benefiting a national non-profit contains children's letters to Barack Obama offering the new president congratulations, praise, reading lists and reams of advice. USA Today A site that matches people for organ donations, not dates Two men create a Website where patients can post profiles with their stories and potential donors can seek recipients. Patriot Ledger WORLD North Korea may test-fire missiles North Korea may be preparing to use the site of its previous ballistic missile launches on the east coast to fire its longest range missile, possibly toward Japan, with hopes of reaching the United States. Reuters Pentagon: change course in Afghanistan The Pentagon will recommend that the United States focus on stabilizing the region and eliminating insurgency, rather than on boosting democracy. CBS News A strategy in progress Reuters BUSINESS 'Buy American' clause stirs controversy A contentious debate over a "buy American" provision in the economic stimulus package poses an early test for President Obama on both domestic politics and foreign policy. USA Today Asset guarantees gain momentum in US bank talks The Obama administration is refocusing on an effort to guarantee illiquid assets against losses without taking them off banks’ balance sheets. Bloomberg Financial shockwaves around the world Newsweek SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Facebook clocks 5th birthday For a company that started in a dorm room, Facebook's rise has been regarded as impressive with its 150 million active users beating rival MySpace's 130 million. BBC Mysterious bat-killing syndrome spreads in Northeast A deadly bat disorder has now spread to at least six northeastern states, and scientists are scrambling to find solutions before it spreads across the country. Examiner HEALTH Democrats show their strength as House passes kids' health bill The newly empowered Democratic majority flexed its political muscle as the House of Representatives voted to expand a key federal health care program to an estimated 4 million additional children. CNN How to cut ozone's effects on asthma A study by the National Institutes of Health shows for the first time how ozone irritates the lungs, findings that could ultimately lead to better treatments for asthma sufferers. Arizona Republic SPORTS Selig raked in $17.4 million in 2007 It pays to be the baseball commissioner more than it does to be a player. Baseball commissioner Bud Selig's 2007 salary was higher than all but three players. Newsday A disturbing trend is emerging with midseason firings Athletic directors, sign up: "I hereby pledge never to fire a coach or ask for a coach's resignation before his or her season has concluded, except under extraordinary circumstances." Sports Illustrated   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Seals find secrets of deep Antarctic Scientists are uncovering the deepest secrets of the Antarctic's waters by enlisting elephant seals to carry probes to places never before reached by humans. Times Online   Photo of the Day The Army 4th Brigade Combat team, 25th Infantry Division at their deployment ceremony in Anchorage, Alaska, seen being sent to Afghanistan for 12 months.  (Photo by Al Grillo / 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 Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death. 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