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A branch office of Capital One Bank is shown in New York. Some of the nation's largest banks will be scrambling to demonstrate that they can raise capital after results of government stress tests leaked out, showing many need more funds.  (Photo by Mark Lennihan / AP) Weeding the budget President Obama offered a more detailed look at his 2010 budget proposal, which includes recommendations to cut funding for 121 federal programs and save $17 billion in 2010. CNNMoney Speech: Obama announces budget cuts MSNBC Presidents vow unity against insurgents in sessions President Obama and the presidents of Afghanistan and Pakistan heralded "unprecedented cooperation" after a series of meetings aimed at creating a coordinated policy against insurgents. USA TODAY General: Taliban hit civilians, blamed US CBS News Declining mail volume pushes post office $1.9 billion in the red for second quarter The post office was $1.9 billion in the red for the second quarter of the fiscal year and continues to face the possibility of running out of money before year's end. Star Tribune   Bank stress tests show banks need more funds Some of the nation's largest banks will be scrambling to demonstrate that they can raise capital after results of government stress tests leaked out, showing many need more funds. Examiner Regulators put bank CEOs on notice CNNMoney Will anyone want to buy banks’ toxic assets? Christian Science Monitor FBI watchlist errors may have permitted known terror suspects to enter US Suspected terrorists known to the FBI may have been allowed to enter the United States because the bureau's agents failed to put their names on the terrorist watch list. ABC News Md. Senator pitches nonprofit newspaper plan A way to save some of the nation's newspapers would be to let them become nonprofits like public broadcasting stations, a senator said as editors and journalists painted a grim future for journalism. Baltimore Sun Marchionne to be Chrysler chief Sergio Marchionne, the chief executive of Fiat Group, has said he will also become chief executive of Chrysler once it emerges from bankruptcy protection. The troubled U.S. automaker filed for bankruptcy last week. BBC Bankruptcy judge approves bidding procedures for Chrysler Reuters   NATION At least 13,000 flee as Schwarzenegger declares state of emergency Winds swirled and homes of all sizes burned as a wildfire descended on the scenic coastal city of Santa Barbara amid hot, dry conditions that resembled late summer more than the middle of spring. San Francisco Chronicle Inferno in Santa Barbara hills MSNBC NYC teens chide Palin's abstinence call New York City students who heard Bristol Palin's warnings against teen pregnancy say they might consider abstinence, but they wouldn't take advice on it from the young unwed mother. ABC News Bristol Palin on media tour YouTube POLITICS Poll: Americans split over investigating torture allegations American public opinion is split almost evenly over whether a bipartisan blue-chip commission should be created to investigate how the government interrogated detainees. McClatchy Newspapers Dem centrists press to shelve climate bill Democratic centrists are pressing House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to set aside a flagging climate change bill to focus on what they think is a more achievable goal: overhauling the nation’s healthcare system. The Hill Maine legalizes same-sex marriage Same-sex marriage became legal in Maine as Gov. John Baldacci signed a bill immediately after legislature approval. CNN DC approves same-sex marriage law BBC Pelosi: Don't interfere on gay marriage issue The Hill SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY NASA mission to revive Hubble Telescope The Hubble Space Telescope, one of the greatest scientific instruments of all time, is about to get a makeover — an overhaul so delicate and risky that NASA astronaut John Grunsfeld likens it to "brain surgery." USA TODAY 'Hobbits' couldn't hustle An analysis of the feet of Homo floresiensis — the miniature hominins who lived on a remote island in eastern Indonesia until 18,000 years ago — may reveal how similar this population was to modern humans. ScienceDaily LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT Bravo steps back onto the runway The Bravo network says auf Wiedersehen to Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn and "howdy" to designer Isaac Mizrahi and Grammy winner Kelly Rowland, who will co-host Bravo's "The Fashion Show." Sacramento Bee Madoff Ponzi scheme victim sells Picasso for $14.6 million at Christie’s A five-foot-tall Picasso was sold by a victim of Bernard Madoff’s Ponzi scheme at Christie’s International for $14.6 million, easing the mood from the day before, when one of the painter’s works flopped. Bloomberg Tale of 2 Picassos Daily Mail RELIGION & SPIRITUALITY Taliban urge Afghans to resist conversion Afghanistan's Taliban have urged Afghan Muslims to resist anyone trying to convert them, after a television network aired pictures of U.S. soldiers in the country with bibles translated into local languages. Reuters Day of Prayer snub stirs controversy While millions of Americans are holding special events in honor of the National Day of Prayer, President Obama — unlike his predecessor — has chosen not to host an event at the White House. Dayton Daily News EDUCATION Vouchers in DC to get reprieve President Obama's budget proposal is expected to extend federal funding for a D.C. school-voucher program permitting underprivileged children in the District to go to private schools. Washington Times Stimulus aims to help close digital divide With more than $7 billion set aside for increasing broadband access in the United States, the federal stimulus presents a huge opportunity for schools and communities to help close the digital divide. eSchool News   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Column (Robert Reich): Obama, enemy of economic inequality Salon.com Column: The risk of swine flu? I haven't a clue... Times Online Column: Is love really inevitable? Slate Column: More school choices will revive Detroit Detroit News Column: Time to boost national cybersecurity Christian Science Monitor Column (E. Thomas McClanahan): GOP needs Reaganesque vision McClatchy Editorial: Crack the disparity San Francisco Chronicle Column: Lock up teen criminals? CNN   Site edited by: Max Miller, Emily Naughton, Emily Kirby, Jessie Wright-Mendoza, Jasmine Jernberg, Sevim Yolacti, Jeff Bromberg, Richard Phillips, Heather Norberg, Gregory Hitchcock, Eli Greenlaw, Binal Ghelani and Ryan Kieffer.   GOOD NEWS Coach does his part, and MSU charity production is a winner A packed house laughed and cheered while watching Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo, his family and members of the men's basketball team perform to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Detroit Free Press Volunteering increases retirees' lifespan? In a study of retirees, researchers found that volunteering may improve health outcomes by expanding social networks, increasing their access to resources and improving their sense of self-worth. Tehran Times WORLD Somali pirates seize German ship A German cargo ship carrying 11 crew members in the Gulf of Aden called for help as it was being attacked by Somali pirates, but by the time help arrived the pirates were already in control. MSNBC Anti-government clash in Georgia Anti-government protesters and police have clashed in the Georgian capital, Tbilisi, amid rising national tensions. BBC Russia expels NATO envoys over war games Guardian BUSINESS US stock-index futures gain; Citigroup, Cisco Systems advance Stock futures rose, indicating the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index may extend a four-month high, after Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said stress-test results will be “reassuring.” Bloomberg Geithner: Stress tests clear bank 'uncertainty' CNNMoney Madoff's $100,000 monthly Amex bills Bernard Madoff used investors' money as his "personal piggy bank" to support a lavish lifestyle enjoyed by his wife, sons and a select few in the office, according to documents filed in bankruptcy court. ABC News Ford's Michigan plant to get $550 million green facelift Ford Motor Company plans to spend $550 million retooling its Michigan assembly plant to be capable of producing its new line of Ford Focus cars. CNET News Interview with Ford CEO Alan Mulally MSNBC HEALTH Common heartburn drugs may reduce anti-clotting medication's benefits Scientists have found heartburn and ulcer medicines can reduce the action of anti-clotting medication, resulting in an increased risk of hospitalization for heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular illness. Times of India Should WHO declare a full pandemic? With most people breathing easier about H1N1 flu, the World Health Organization finds itself in a bind on how to respond to the continuing spread of the virus whose effects have proved mainly mild. Reuters Inside the new flu virus NPR Strength of swine flu strain unknown YouTube ENVIRONMENT Floating nets keep fishing for years Long after fishing gear is lost at sea or abandoned by fishers it continues to harm the marine environment, depleting fish populations through "ghost fishing" and posing a hazard to ships. Environment News Service EPA honors Ottinger In recognition of a commitment to environmental quality, the Environmental Protection Agency awarded Pace Law School Dean Emeritus Richard Ottinger with the Environmental Quality Award. EP Magazine SPORTS Dodgers dominate Nationals; set record The Dodgers pounded the Washington Nationals, 10-3, to set a modern-day Major League record for consecutive home wins to begin a season. Seattle Post-Intelligencer Dodgers keep winning ESPN 40-year-old rookie eyes start Ken Takahashi said he had yet to be informed that he is starting Friday. But the 40-year-old rookie lefthander said he will try to keep his emotions in check assuming that's the case. NY Daily News   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Window open for effective climate treaty President Barack Obama radically shifted the global equation, placing the United States at the forefront of the international climate effort and raising hopes that an international accord might be possible. 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