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President Obama, flanked by Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner and Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, receives an economic briefing at the White House in Washington.   (Photo by Gerald Herbert / AP) Western Pakistan key to resolving Afghanistan war U.S. special envoy to Afghanistan Richard Holbrooke said western Pakistan presents the chief problem in resolving an eight-year war that has divided allies. Christian Science Monitor North Korea accuses several American journalists of espionage A South Korean newspaper reports that two female journalists crossed into the north, were arrested by North Korean guards and sent to Pyongyang. CBS News US wary over North Korean rocket launch NPR   Obama to explain economic moves Facing anger over corporate bonuses and skepticism over his massive budget, President Obama will hold a prime time news conference to explain his economic strategy to a recession-weary public. Reuters US seeks expanded power to seize firms MSNBC Geithner and Bernanke under scrutiny Bloomberg Mexican drug war forces into US homes U.S. law enforcement officials have identified 230 cities around the United States where Mexican cartels and their affiliates "maintain drug distribution networks or supply drugs to distributors." International Herald Tribune Mexico's 'most dangerous' city BBC Some AIG executives give back bonuses Several executives at AIG have started giving back their bonus cash, according to New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo. The amount returned so far is about $50 million. CNNMoney AIG getting the message on corporate jets? ABC News   NATION Icing, overload may have caused Montana plane crash Safety experts said finding the cause of a small plane crash in Montana that left 14 dead is likely to be significantly complicated by the absence of black boxes, key radar data or any mayday call. Associated Press Certain areas of economy adding jobs A handful of states and big industries added jobs at a remarkably healthy rate throughout the recession, providing hope for job seekers in a tough economy, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports. USA Today Latinos, blacks losing jobs faster Last hired, first fired: This generations-old cliche rings bitterly true for millions of Latinos and blacks who are losing jobs at a faster rate than the general population during this punishing recession. MSNBC POLITICS Additional fundraising allowed to settle Senate seat The Federal Election Commission opened the door for the Democratic and Republican senatorial committees to raise additional money for the ongoing legal battle over the unsettled Minnesota Senate race. The Hill Congressmen Feingold, Ryan promote line-item veto plan The Congressional Accountability and Line-item Veto Act would allow the president to remove earmarks from legislation and send the bill back to Congress in one package for quick votes. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel HEALTH Study: Eating a lot of red meat may up mortality risk The largest study of its kind finds that older Americans who eat large amounts of red meat and processed meats face a greater risk of death from heart disease and cancer. Reno Gazette-Journal More people with Alzheimer's every year The number of people who have Alzheimer's disease is creeping insidiously higher year after year, adding increasing pressure on the health care system. USA Today LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT Coldplay get ready to heat up Abu Dhabi British rock band Coldplay will perform in Abu Dhabi, their first performance in the Middle East, the entertainment satellite channel MTV Arabia reported. Monsters and Critics Katzenberg: 3D movie rollout to quicken The spread of 3D movie technology has been slow, but its prospects are strong because it offers a better visual experience, DreamWorks chief executive Jeffrey Katzenberg said. San Francisco Chronicle Robin Williams' heart surgery goes 'extremely well' "His heart is strong and he will have normal heart function in the coming weeks with no limitations on what he'll be able to do," said Dr. Marc Gillinov, a cardiothoracic surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic. CNN SPORTS Curt Schilling retires from baseball The 42-year-old right-hander said on his blog he's leaving after 23 years with "zero regrets." Schilling missed last season with a shoulder injury after signing a one-year, $8 million contract. ESPN Armstrong breaks collarbone in Spain crash, will have surgery Lance Armstrong will have surgery after breaking his collarbone during a race in Spain. The cyclist was knocked off his bike during a pileup in the first stage of the Vuelta of Castilla and Leon race. Sports Illustrated Phelps on video talks about the past USA Today Phelps will swim competitively until 2012 "I'm going four years, then I'm stopping," Phelps said at the U.S. Olympic Training Center. "2012 will be my last meet. I'll be 27, and I told [Bob Bowman] I'm not swimming past 30." ESPN Interview: Armstrong talks Giro, Twitter and Tour Cycling News   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Column: A repairman, not a revolutionary Truthdig Editorial: As Mexico goes, so goes the US Christian Science Monitor Column: Selling the silver lining Newsweek Column: Uprising on Main Street Salon.com Blog (andrew sullivan): Obama, the pragmatist Atlantic Online Editorial: Reviving cars and newspapers Christian Science Monitor Column (Timothy Geithner): We need to get credit flowing Star Tribune Editorial: Lawmakers for water pollution Chattanooga Times Free Press Blog (John Nichols): A few questions for Mr. Cheney The Nation Column (Tom Walsh): Microsoft's Ballmer to join summit Detroit Free Press Column (david Kuhn): The Geithner paradox Real Clear Politics   Site edited by: Jasmine Jernberg, Emily Naughton, Joe Gold, Sevim Yolacti, Max Miller, Heather Norberg, Walt Chiu, Lisa Lamphere, Lauren Thurmond and Eli Greenlaw.   GOOD NEWS Britons rally to save red phone booths Pay phones have become cultural icons, along with red double-decker buses and the Beatles. So will excising the red box from the cultural landscape erase some of Britain’s very identity? Christian Science Monitor Disney offshoot to plant a tree for every ticket sold for Earth Disneynature pledges to plant trees in the Brazilian Atlantic forest to mark the release of the feature-length remix of the landmark "Planet Earth" documentary series. Guardian WORLD UN says Burma detention 'illegal' The UN said detaining Burmese opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi, who spent 13 of the last 19 years under house arrest, violates international and Burmese laws. BBC Palestinian brothers: Israel used us as human shields in Gaza war Israel was accused of using Palestinian human shields during its Gaza invasion, a breach of Geneva Conventions prohibiting intentionally putting civilian lives at risk. Guardian 'Israel should heed war crime charges' Jerusalem Post BUSINESS Best Buy staff paid bonuses to deny legit guaranteed price matches The U.S. District Court granted a motion to allow a plaintiff to sue Best Buy for using "deceptive trade practices" in applying its “Price Match” policy. HD Guru Skype means business Skype launched a new Internet telephony small business service, a bid to capture needed revenue by tapping into a new market it expects will find cheap phone service compelling in a global recession. Wired ENVIRONMENT EPA makes a move on emissions The Environmental Protection Agency wants carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases declared a public health danger, a move that could set the stage for sweeping national limits on emissions. Detroit News Nations start to agree on paying for climate pledges Nations are starting to agree on how rich countries could help pay to reduce greenhouse gases and adapt to climate change in developing markets, the United Nations said. Bloomberg SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY New type of DNA has 12 chemical letters instead of usual 4 In a dramatic rewrite of the recipe for life, scientists from Florida are describing the design of a new type of DNA with 12 chemical letters instead of the usual four. Science Daily Top video game forum to highlight the sector's health The video game sector is looking for a resurgence through casual users and programs for mobile phones — themes that will be underscored at the upcoming Game Developers Conference. Reuters EDUCATION Schools tweak schedules to save money Schools are moving to four-day weeks, shortening the school year, staggering start times and making other schedule adjustments to save money. USA Today Do you dream of teaching? More career switchers becoming educators Career switchers make up about one-third of the ranks of new teachers, and that number has jumped in the past decade. Now, as the recession deepens, even more people are deciding to become teachers. Washington Times RELIGION & SPIRITUALITY Pope leaves African flock joyous over visit, but divided over condom ban Pope Benedict XVI left Africa with a final impassioned plea to corrupt leaders to let the poor share in some of the proceeds of the continent's natural resources. Baltimore Sun South Africa bars Dalai Lama from world peace conference South Africa barred the Dalai Lama from a peace conference in Johannesburg, hoping to keep good relations with China but instead generating a storm of criticism. Beliefnet Fish fry tradition bolsters Catholic unity during Lent The old-fashioned Lenten fish fry soldiers on, giving Catholics an opportunity to observe their meatless Friday while bolstering their sense of community. Sun Herald   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Afghan girls return to school Despite persistent threats and a brutal acid attack on several students and teachers, the Mirwais School for Girls in Kandahar is thriving. International Herald Tribune   Photo of the Day South Africa barred the Dalai Lama from a peace conference in Johannesburg, saying it did not want to endanger the government's relationship with China.   (Photo by Ashwini Bhatia / 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 Notice the difference between what happens when a man says to himself 'I have failed three times,' and what happens when he says 'I'm a failure.' S. I. Hayakawa 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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