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In this photo provided by NASA, astronaut John Grunsfeld performing a spacewalk to work on the Hubble Space Telescope.   (Photo by AP / NASA) Thousands evacuate as curfew eased in Swat Pakistan's military suspended a curfew in Swat’s main city of Mingora where it is fighting Taliban militants, officials said, allowing tens of thousands of civilians to flee the area. Dawn Swat offensive heads for climax BBC US wants faster training in Pakistan San Jose Mercury News Consumers' mood snaps back to last September's level U.S. consumer confidence rose in early May to its strongest since the September failure of Lehman Brothers, with rising expectations the economy may be in the last stages of the recession. CNBC   GM notifies 1,100 dealers they're out General Motors notified 1,100 of its 6,000 dealerships that it is terminating their contracts with the struggling automaker, the first step in an even deeper 40 percent cut in its retail network. CNNMoney Chrysler targets 800 dealers Forbes Struggling automakers close dealerships Reuters Obama to resurrect military tribunals President Obama is planning to resume the Bush administration's military tribunal system for some Guantanamo detainees, which Obama suspended his first week in office, according to administration officials. CNN CIA contractors played big role in interrogations NPR H1N1 virus closes 3 schools and hospitalizes NYC assistant principal New York City has closed three schools in response to an H1N1 virus (swine flu) outbreak that has left an assistant principal in critical condition and sent hundreds of kids home with flu symptoms. CBS News Swine flu closes 3 NYC schools MSNBC   NATION Co-pilot's family fights criticism The mother and husband of the co-pilot of Flight 3407 defended her against suggestions she was an unqualified pilot who was tired, sick and distracted at the time of the deadly accident. CBS News Pilot fatigue is like 'having too much to drink' CNN Gov't losses big in home market The nation's teetering economy has Uncle Sam playing a growing role in neighborhoods across the country — as a homeowner. USA TODAY POLITICS Nancy Pelosi accuses CIA of lying in torture timeline With both guns blazing at an extraordinary news conference, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi accused the CIA of lying when the agency said she was told about torture in 2002. San Francisco Chronicle Pelosi: CIA lied to me CBS News Authorities investigate insider trading by 2 SEC employees Two U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission employees are under investigation by federal criminal authorities for allegedly using insider information to trade stocks. Reuters SEC attorneys investigated CBS News SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Atlantis space walkers to put finishing touches on Hubble fix The two Mikes are tackling the second spacewalk of NASA's ambitious space shuttle mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope so it can continue to help "unlock the secrets of the universe." ABC News A brief history of the Hubble TIME Google glitch disrupts search engine, e-mail and more Millions were cut off from Google Inc.'s search engine, e-mail and other services sparking a flurry of frustrated venting that served as a reminder of growing dependence on Google's technology. Yahoo! News HEALTH Obama picks NY health chief for CDC post President Obama appointed Thomas Frieden, New York City's top health official, to be director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the White House announced. The Hill Glaxo to make swine flu vaccines for UK, France and Belgium GlaxoSmithKline plans to begin production of a swine flu vaccine once it receives a seed virus from health authorities, and the governments of the U.K., France, Belgium and Finland placed orders for the shots. Bloomberg ENVIRONMENT $6.4 billion for greener schools The House passed a $6.4 billion school modernization bill that would commit funds for the construction and update of more energy-efficient school buildings. Environmental News Network Obama seeks $475 million for Great Lakes area cleanup A budget proposal from the Obama administration would spend $475 million on beach cleanups, wetlands restoration and removal of toxic sediments from river bottoms around the Great Lakes. TIME RELIGION & SPIRITUALITY At end of trip, Pope says peace possible Pope Benedict XVI assured his followers in the Holy Land that peace is possible, as he ended his Mideast visit by coming as a pilgrim to the site of Jesus' crucifixion. TIME Jerusalem: The Pope in search of Christians Huffington Post Pope visits Church of the Holy Sepulchre NECN Obama's Notre Dame controversy President Obama's planned commencement address at Notre Dame has prompted outrage from students and activists upset that the Catholic university has invited a pro-choice politician to its campus. CBS News Thousands petition against Notre Dame YouTube   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Blog: Collective drug surveillance Slate Blog: The secret of a good life DoubleX Column: Obama's gentler military commissions Salon.com Column: 7 recession-proof splurges WebMD Column: Cry for help Economist Editorial: Pelosi's brazenness is a thing to behold NY Daily News Editorial: Obama's call for peace in Sri Lanka Christian Science Monitor Column: Stock market: Investment or gamble? USA TODAY Column: Ignorance is not an option for Edwardses Vanity Fair   Site edited by: Binal Ghelani, Emily Naughton, Max Miller, Jessie Wright-Mendoza, Emily Kirby, Jeff Bromberg, Danny Bittker, Sevim Yolacti, Darling Gutierrez, Richard Phillips and Randall Rich.   GOOD NEWS Pfizer Inc. offers free drugs to out-of-work Americans Pfizer announced that it will offer up to a year of free medication to unemployed workers who have lost their health insurance. Globeandmail.com Petty charity ride hits Yellville The overall mission of the bikers: to raise money and awareness for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses. Baxter Bulletin Special section: Kyle Petty Charity Ride Kyle Petty Charity WORLD Media frenzy on India poll talks The Indian media are trying to dissect dozens of meetings taking place on coalition possibilities, as counting looms in the general election. BBC Sri Lankan army 'encircling' last of rebels The Sri Lankan military tightened its grip on the last refuge held by Tamil rebels, ignoring calls to end an offensive that aid officials say has unleashed a humanitarian catastrophe. Guardian BUSINESS Bank of America under pressure on board U.S. officials have urged Bank of America Corp. to revamp its board and bring in directors with more banking experience. Forbes Insurers win OK for Treasury funds Six insurers secured a green light from the Treasury Department to receive funds under the Troubled Assets Relief Program. CNBC SPORTS Pot didn't ruin Michael Phelps Michael Phelps swims in his first competitive meet since winning a record eight gold medals in Beijing, after serving a three-month suspension after being photographed holding a marijuana pipe. Sporting News Blog: Non-Olympic year swimming? Deadspin Big Papi strands 12 Jeff Mathis and Torii Hunter came through for the Los Angeles Angels. The Boston Red Sox keep waiting for David Ortiz to do the same. Sports Illustrated LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT Pressure is on 'The Simpsons' to capitalize on merchandise The writers and executives behind the sitcom are about to face the most important challenge they've seen since the show premiered nearly 20 years ago. USA TODAY Jay Leno announces his final 'Tonight Show' guest: Conan O'Brien Jay Leno has announced his final guest as host of "The Tonight Show" will be none other than his ready-in-waiting heir apparent Conan O'Brien, according to The New York Times. Entertainment Weekly EDUCATION Aspiring teachers may be tested in math Elementary school teachers lay the foundation for students’ knowledge in many subjects, including mathematics — an area in which they may have little background. Education Week SC versus education For decades, that refrain has echoed across the Palmetto State, referring to the widely held belief that when it comes to rankings for education, S.C. generally is 49th to Miss. being 50th. Free Times   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Microsoft explores educational link to video games The software company is studying the reactions of avid gamers to see whether video gaming can promote learning skills that carry over to the classroom. USA Today   Photo of the Day A member of a group preserving martial arts from the Joseon Dynasty shows his skills in Suwon, South Korea.  (Photo by Ahn Young-joon / 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 A very small degree of hope is sufficient to cause the birth of love. 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