Archive for July 3rd, 2009

NKorea test-fires three missiles: SKorea ministry (AFP)

Written by on Friday, July 3rd, 2009 in 268869.

This undated handout photo released by the Korean Central News Agency in January shows a missile-firing drill at an undisclosed location in North Korea. North Korea test-fired three missiles on the eve of American Independence Day celebrations, South Korea's defence ministry said, further stoking tensions amid an international nuclear standoff.(AFP/KCNA/KNS/File)AFP – North Korea test-fired three missiles on the eve of American Independence Day celebrations, South Korea’s defence ministry said, further stoking tensions amid an international nuclear standoff.

Original post by AFP and software by Elliott Back

Palin resignation splits GOP (Politico)

Written by on Friday, July 3rd, 2009 in Latest News.

Politico – Sarah Palin’s jaw-dropping announcement that she is quitting her job as Alaska governor before finishing even her first term has divided Republican ranks and the wider political community in a very familiar fashion.

Original post by AFP and software by Elliott Back

Venus faces lil’ sis Serena in 4th Wimbledon final (AP)

Written by on Friday, July 3rd, 2009 in 268841.

Serena, left and Venus, right Williams return speak while playing Cara Black of Zimbabwe and Liezel Huber of the U.S. during their doubles match at Wimbledon, Friday, July 3, 2009. (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)AP – Venus Williams is just about the perfect older sibling: She supports Serena endlessly, protects her fiercely and even lets her pick which bedroom she wants when they’re on the road. Where does Venus draw the line? At Grand Slam championships. The sisters face each other again in a major final, meeting Saturday for the Wimbledon title for the fourth time.

Original post by AP and software by Elliott Back



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