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Pro-North Korean protesters shout slogans during a rally to oppose the Proliferation Security Initiative, near the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, South Korea.  (Photo by Lee Jin-man / AP) North Korea walks out on nuclear talks North Korea has vowed to walk out on international talks to end its nuclear program, and said it would restore its disabled nuclear reactor. BBC UN vows push on North Korea sanctions Bloomberg More Americans wary of tax man this year As a deep recession strips Americans of jobs, homes and investments, the 2009 tax season promises to see a large uptick in first-time delinquent income taxpayers. Reuters IRS emphasizes crack down, compassion ABC News   Bernanke sees signs of economic recovery Ben Bernanke, chairman of the Federal Reserve, said he has seen “tentative signs” that the decline in economic activity is slowing, citing hopeful data on home sales, homebuilding and consumer spending. Financial Times Obama to outline state of economy in speech San Jose Mercury News Somali pirates hijack 4 ships Undeterred Somali pirates went on a hijacking spree, brazenly capturing four more ships and taking over 60 crew members hostage in the Gulf of Aden, the center of the fight against piracy. Baltimore Sun Experts fear al-Qaida may turn to piracy NPR Somali pirates strike again YouTube Obama eases Cuba travel, not embargo The Obama administration announced that it will loosen some restrictions on Americans' contact and dealings with Cuba, but will not repeal the nearly 50-year-old trade embargo. Christian Science Monitor Cubans cheer family travel rules, want more Houston Chronicle   NATION Goldman may repay government funds but not ease US grip Goldman Sachs Group Inc. may succeed in its bid to pay back U.S. taxpayer money with the help of a $5 billion common share sale, but it may still not get the freedom it wants from intense public scrutiny. Reuters Ingenuity saves jobs as budgets shrink Even as they warn of budget cuts across the nation, state and local governments have proven resourceful in avoiding severe spending reductions and mass layoffs that have plagued the private sector. USA Today POLITICS Judges rule Franken winner of Senate race Three judges soundly rejected Norm Coleman's attempt to reverse Al Franken's lead in the U.S. Senate election, sweeping away the Republican's claims in a blunt ruling Coleman promised to appeal. Star Tribune Poll: Obama earns nation's trust Three months into his presidency, Barack Obama stands out as perhaps the most trusted figure in American politics. Obama outdistances both the left and the right in earning two-thirds of the public's trust. Politico HEALTH Depression raises heart failure risk in heart disease patients A new study found that patients with heart disease who were then diagnosed with depression were at greater risk of heart failure, and that taking antidepressants did not reduce the risk. Medical News Today Study links diet and heart health Vegetables, nuts and the so-called "Mediterranean" diet are heart-friendly, while trans fats and foods with a high glycemic index can harm your heart. HealthDay EDUCATION Lessons from Columbine: more security, outreach in schools Columbine has changed how students experience school. A decade later, the attacks have had the odd effect of making school both a harder and a softer place. USA Today Obamas reach out to DC's schools District of Columbia students are a familiar sight at the White House these days. Since Barack Obama became president, they have been invited to several events with both the president and the first lady. Associated Press LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT Tribeca Festival bets Woody Allen, Larry David will boost event The Tribeca Film Festival, founded eight years ago in the wake of the September 2001 terrorist attacks, is again trying to lift the morale of a city in crisis. Bloomberg Phil Spector convicted of murder Music producer Phil Spector has been convicted of murdering actress Lana Clarkson, after a five-month retrial. BBC Spector found guilty of 2nd degree murder YouTube ENVIRONMENT 2,000 new orangutans found on Borneo Combing through the island's East Kalimantan Province — part of Borneo's Indonesian sector — conservationists discovered 219 orangutan nests. National Geographic With tax credit, consumers give turbines, solar panels a second look Many in the "green" and home industries report increased interest from consumers, who have been enticed by the tax credits in the federal stimulus package to consider adding something “green” to their homes. Christian Science Monitor Risk of EPA move smooths way for US carbon law The threat of tougher regulation from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency should ease industrial opposition to a cap-and-trade market on greenhouse gases, a lawmaker said. Reuters Browner: Climate change law will bolster US role at global warming talks U.S. News & World Report   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Column: America is not a Christian nation Salon.com Column: Don't be so sensitive, Mr. President Slate Editorial: Sick leave isn't supposed to be a retirement windfall San Jose Mercury News Editorial: A US gesture to Cuba San Diego Union-Tribune Column (Robert Shrum): The Republican ruins of old The Week Editorial: Columbia Professor doesn't deserve job NY Daily News Column (Eve Fairbanks): Harry Reid: partisan or pushover? The New Republic Blog: Owning the economy Economist Column: American optimism makes a comeback Real Clear Politics Blog (Clive cook): America's widening fiscal gap Atlantic Online   Site edited by: Jasmine Jernberg, Richard Phillips, Emily Kirby, Emily Naughton, Danny Bittker, Darling Gutierrez, Jessie Wright-Mendoza, Charles Jones, Lisa Lamphere, Walt Chiu, Heather Norberg and Binal Ghelani.   GOOD NEWS New college grads flocking to national service programs Service program veterans describe a perfect storm of circumstances sparking interest unlike anything they've seen before: Young people stoked about politics and public service. Newsday Teacher inspires kids, community When her students needed to learn where vegetables came from, Pat Jonikaitis turned a neglected patch of school property into a community garden. Chicago Sun-Times WORLD Journalist tried behind closed doors A jailed U.S. journalist charged by Iran with espionage stood trial behind closed doors and a verdict is expected within weeks, Iran's judiciary spokesman said. Seattle Times Thai protest leaders call for end to rally Leaders of anti-government protests in Bangkok, have called for an end to the demonstrations after two days of rioting. Examiner Shinawatra says 'it's time for revolution' Guardian Thai protests CNN BUSINESS Retail sales tumble in March Sales at U.S. retailers unexpectedly fell in March, snapping increases, as motor vehicle and electronic good purchases declined, according to a government report. MSNBC GM recalling 1.5 million vehicles General Motors Corp. is recalling 1.5 million vehicles because of potential engine fires. GM says there have been no reports of any fires or injuries. Seattle Post-Intelligencer Shares of GM slump as bankruptcy fear grows Forbes Earnings woes drag on stocks CNNMoney The fragile flight of the Twitterlings Twitter executives don't disclose much about plans to make money from the site. But that's not stopping other companies from building their businesses on the back of the popular communication tool. BusinessWeek SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Sleep cycles of the fetus After seven months in the womb, a human fetus spends most of its time asleep. Whether the brains of younger fetuses cycle with sleep or are simply inactive has remained a mystery, until now. Science Daily Study: Herbs added to 5,100-year-old Egyptian wine Herbs have been detected in wine found in an ancient Egyptian tomb, dating centuries before the civilization's known use of herbal remedies in alcoholic beverages. Philadelphia Inquirer RELIGION & SPIRITUALITY Dolan to fight anti-Catholic bias New York Archbishop-designate Timothy Dolan said he will challenge the idea that the Roman Catholic Church is unenlightened because it opposes gay marriage and abortion. USA Today Mexico debates status of saint worship In its war against brutal drug cartels, the Mexican army has been bulldozing altars to the folk saint Santa Muerte, saying the sect caters to narcotics traffickers. But devotees of the saint deny the claim. NPR SPORTS Padres spoil Mets' opener at Citi Field Citi Field in New York City is an immeasurable upgrade from Shea Stadium. But on opening night, there were a few too many reminders of the bad old days from that obsolete building. Newsday Mets open Citifield MLB.com Swisher pitches scoreless inning The Tampa Bay Rays clubbed the New York Yankees 15-5. It was such a blowout that the Yanks had Nick Swisher pitch the eighth inning. 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