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What happened on April 15, 2007
BUSINESS
$78 million of red ink? Glenn F. Bunting, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Stakes high but Amgen CEO's a betting man Daniel Costello, Times Staff Writer
Overspending on a six-digit income Kelly Barron, Special to The Times
Five questions to ask when a fund changes managers TOM PETRUNO
2 lawmakers seek more-stable stoves From Reuters
Scam Watch David Colker
Driving tips that can help you guzzle less gasoline Kathy M. Kristof, Times Staff Writer
Prices for beef are set to increase From Reuters
China paper duties hurt U.S. printers
U.S. is on track in tracking ships
Nail gun injuries in the U.S. triple From Bloomberg News
Fewer keeping the nation afloat Kathy M. Kristof and Jonathan Peterson, Times Staff Writers
Rewarded for the exchange David Colker, Times Staff Writer
Firm recalls nearly 80,000 puzzles From a Times staff writer
IMAGE
Ready To School You Valli Herman, Times Staff Writer
Those Magic Crystals Amy Scattergood, Times Staff Writer
It Has A Powerful Ring Adam Tschorn, Times Staff Writer
The Big Twist Betty Hallock, Times Staff Writer
Ready To Hit The Big Time Adam Tschorn
Napoleon's Empire Mimi Avins, Times Staff Writer
L.a. By Way Of Spain Valli Herman, Times Staff Writer
Back In Fashion Adam Tschorn, Times Staff Writer
Frontier Fabulous Rose Apodaca
Don't fear the corset Rose Apodaca, Special to The Times
Creatures Of The Deep Rose Apodaca
Not Heavy, Just Metallic Lizzie Garrett
It's spring: Shopping is in full bloom Lizzie Garrett
The Cabana Game Booth Moore, Times Staff Writer
Hot For Heels Valli Herman, Times Staff Writer
Opening Ceremony Gets Its Game On Rose Apodaca
REAL ESTATE
A landmark deal Diane Wedner, Times Staff Writer
Their own universe Diane Wedner, Times Staff Writer
First apartment: An intro to adulthood H. May Spitz, Special to The Times
Average mortgage rates and indexes
A renewed Revival Maggie Barnett, Times Staff Writer
Compared with stocks, a house has advantages Tom Kelly, Special to The Times
Getting with the program Diane Wedner
Amazon king's domain Ruth Ryon, Times Staff Writer
Newly fired lawyer must forward the mail -- at no charge Stephen Glassman and Donie Vanitzian, Special to The Times
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
UCLA goes all out to entice black students Angie Green, Times Staff Writer
Sun Valley celebrates as Bradley Landfill closes Richard Winton, Times Staff Writer
Internet aids case against scam suspect Ashley Surdin, Times Staff Writer
Don Ho, 76; singer was best known for '66 hit 'Tiny Bubbles' Dennis McLellan, Times Staff Writer
A first-class celebration in O.C. H.G. Reza, Times Staff Writer
Army Spc. James J. Coon, 22, Walnut Creek; killed by a sniper John M. Glionna, Times Staff Writer
Oceano Dunes' unhappy campers Steve Chawkins, Times Staff Writer
New 'Irish' priests are Vietnamese David Haldane and Mai Tran, Times Staff Writers
2,000 customers in L.A. still without power From a Times Staff Writer
Woman struck by Blue Line train near downtown L.A. From a Times Staff Writer
Aiming for winged victory Deborah Schoch, Times Staff Writer
At 99, he's back with his first love--the ukulele Yvonne Villarreal, Times Staff Writer
Hobby store owner held in fatal shooting From Times Staff Reports
In this contest, beauty IS the beast Scott Gold, Times Staff Writer
Southland pitches in to help combat global warming Rong-Gong Lin II, Times Staff Writer
Firms' gifts to LAPD raise doubts Patrick McGreevy, Times Staff Writer
Man in wheelchair held in fatal S.F. shooting From a Times Staff Writer
Car rolls, ejecting driver who is struck, killed From Times Staff Reports
In novel fashion, Chicago edges L.A. for Olympic bid Lisa Dillman, Times Staff Writer
Army Spc. Agustin Gutierrez, 19, San Jacinto; killed in vehicle rollover Mary Engel, Times Staff Writer
Army Spc. Curtis R. Spivey, 25, Chula Vista; dies of explosion injuries Tony Perry, Times Staff Writer
Other deaths
NEWS
Bar mitzvah sans synagogue stirs debate Liz Kay, Baltimore Sun
Texas, where wild things aren't Paul J. Weber, Associated Press Writer
Diamond ring symbolizes couple's undying division Steve Schmadeke, Special to the Chicago Tribune
Brutality against the homeless is increasing Todd Lewan, Associated Press Writer
Ukraine's cave monastery battles age problems Natasha Lisova, Associated Press Writer
Djibouti's traditional fishermen lure a global market Anthony Mitchell, Associated Press Writer
A Chinese shot that resounds around world Eric Talmadge, Associated Press Writer
For the Record
Those at home on the ice watch it slowly vanish Beth Duff-Brown, Associated Press Writer
Are you afraid? So what do you believe? Ronald Kotulak, Chicago Tribune
It's not just ground squirrels dodging bullets in Idaho John Miller, Associated Press Writer
Capital punishment is on the decline in the U.S. Tim Jones, Chicago Tribune
Mood shifting for happiness theorists Malcolm Ritter, Associated Press
ENTERTAINMENT
Way beyond magical realism Scott Timberg, Times Staff Writer
The deep sounds of Mexico Chris Pasles, Times Staff Writer
She prefers a classic touch to go with some dear friends
It's who plays the game that counts Susan King
The inner life of the super-villain Sheigh Crabtree, Special to The Times
Making waves with West Coast style Steffie Nelson, Special to The Times
Dunst as Harry? The abuse begins Chris Lee, Times Staff Writer
Again, what's love got to do with it? Jon Caramanica, Special to The Times
Bad taste on the block; a fresh breath of spring DEBORAH NETBURN
These days, he's taking the lead Choire Sicha, Special to The Times
Smith has it covered Natalie Nichols;Mikael Wood;Steve Hochman
On the road again Mary McNamara
His country is growing Holly Gleason, Special to The Times
Everywhere a bleak outlook Dennis Lim, Special to The Times
Birthday bash for arts guide Suzanne Muchnic
Just fun? Not for some
An operatic find in L.A.'s backyard
'Sopranos' gives rise to real issues
A clear gaze that divides readership Maria Russo
Go ahead, pick a label Mark Olsen, Special to The Times
Awards juggernaut arrives Susan King
`The Spelling Bee' Lola Di Giulio De Maci, Special to The Times
When is a DVD not just a DVD? Robert Lloyd, Times Staff Writer
Get some lime with that shake Nicole LaPorte
Finding new balance on `Old Christine' Maria Elena Fernandez, Times Staff Writer
When Henry VIII sparred with 007
When Chicago went up in flames
Coming up from `The O.C.' Cristy Lytal, Special to The Times
They're posse-footing around ELIZABETH SNEAD
Coming to terms with an autistic brother Jo Perry, Special to The Times
Africa's earthen splendor Diane Haithman
How sweet it is: Motown hit-makers eye Broadway Mike Boehm, Times Staff Writer
Ready to swim with the fishes
A fast-forward trip through time's passage David Sarno, Times Staff Writer
Film noir in a city of dreams Susan King, Times Staff Writer
The material is the message Suzanne Muchnic, Times Staff Writer
Visions and versions Lewis Segal, Times Staff Writer
WORLD
Divided Iraq has two spy agencies Ned Parker, Times Staff Writer
Cruise ship's data recorder found From Times Wire Reports
Army training tactic brings investigation From Times Wire Reports
Panel calls Marines' action illegal Shafiq Ahmad Saidi and Laura King, Special to The Times
Nigeria vote begins amid violence Robyn Dixon, Times Staff Writer
No Gun Ri inquiry found letter on shooting civilians From the Associated Press
Blasts in Karbala and Baghdad kill at least 46 Tina Susman, Times Staff Writer
Picnickers swept off by flash floods From Times Wire Reports
Political speakers ordered from rally From Times Wire Reports
Don't bother them with politics, they're thinking Ramin Mostaghim, Special to The Times
Second-graders killed in bus crash From Times Wire Reports
A royal romance in splitsville? Janet Stobart, Times Staff Writer
N. Africa attacks put West on alert Josh Meyer and Sebastian Rotella, Times Staff Writers
Secular Turks rally to send a message to prime minister Yesim Borg and Laura King, Special to The Times
Moscow police arrest anti-Kremlin activists David Holley, Times Staff Writer
SPORTS
A long way from the summer of 42 Bill Plaschke
Kelly's ace helps him take lead From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Results From the Associated Press
Chivas off the mark in 1-0 loss Grahame L. Jones, Times Staff Writer
Ducks draw line on Wild Lonnie White, Times Staff Writer
It's no time to rest for Bryant Mike Bresnahan, Times Staff Writer
Results From the Associated Press
Carrasco not a fan of the squeeze Mike DiGiovanna, Times Staff Writer
Hornets are near elimination From the Associated Press
Dennis finishes with a flourish Gary Klein, Times Staff Writer
This day is extra special for Pierre Steve Henson, Times Staff Writer
NFL should take a pass on rushing to judgment J.A. ADANDE
Dear Lakers: Reality check, please Mark Heisler
Knee injury will keep Breazell out Chris Foster
Kenseth manages to spin his way to a Busch Series victory From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Curlin starting to look like a Derby favorite Bob Mieszerski, Times Staff Writer
Offensive woes persist for Angels Mike DiGiovanna, Times Staff Writer
Yankees are relieved in victory over A's From the Associated Press
There will be a Giant disconnect Mike Penner, Times Staff Writer
Only Little's hook is quick Steve Henson, Times Staff Writer
Suppan takes care of business in St. Louis From the Associated Press
U.S. women push streak to 40 games Grahame L. Jones, Times Staff Writer
Durant's one-year wonder is still better than none Jim Litke, Associated Press
Coming Attractions MARK HEISLER
Three Points PAUL NETTER
Down The Line Bill Shaikin
Warriors hope to erase the past From the Associated Press
Coast To Coast Mark Heisler
Chicago spirit steals show Helene Elliott
Young is expected to declare for NBA draft Ben Bolch, Times Staff Writer
Rangers use a little luck to thwart Thrashers again From the Associated Press
Williams is double winner Dan Arritt, Times Staff Writer
His life changed in a heartbeat Bill Shaikin
Pacquiao proves a cut above Lance Pugmire, Times Staff Writer
Qb, Or Not Qb From the Associated Press
Porsche reigns in Le Mans race Martin Henderson, Times Staff Writer
Bourdais snags pole, but Power still on Jim Peltz, Times Staff Writer
Take me out to the balloon game C.J. Nitkowski, For The Associated Press
Ticket price increase has some fans upset Jason Reid, Times Staff Writer
OPINION
Cheney's tainted legacy
Real-life effects of Bush appointments
Can France's next leader lead? Charles A. Kupchan, CHARLES A. KUPCHAN is a professor of international affairs at Georgetown University and director of Europe studies at the Council on Foreign Relations.
Editor's note
Rereading L.A. Ruben Martinez, Ruben Martinez is a professor in the English department at Loyola Marymount University. He is the author of "Crossing Over: A Mexican Family on the Migrant Trail."
Mayor is dreaming
Price controls on Medicare drugs
Putting war above the health of troops
Something to ponder while you're parked on the 101
1040 blues Joel Pett, Joel Pett is the Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist of the Lexington Herald-Leader. His work also appears in USA Today.
Rigorous standards on organ donations
Extremely moderate Eve Fairbanks, EVE FAIRBANKS is an assistant editor at the New Republic.
Stem cell research and the value of life
Two shades of green
Africa's HIV superhighway Helen Epstein, HELEN EPSTEIN is the author of "The Invisible Cure: Africa, the West, and the Fight Against AIDS," which will be published in May.
He could tell you, but then he'd have to kill you Carlin Romano, Carlin Romano, literary critic of the Philadelphia Inquirer and critic-at-large of the Chronicle of Higher Education, is a former president of the National Book Critics Circle. He teaches philosophy and media theory at the University of Pennsylvania.
At the corner of Olympic and me Swati Pandey, SWATI PANDEY is a researcher for The Times' editorial pages.
MAGAZINE
I Think Knot J.R. Moehringer, J.R. Moehringer is a senior writer at West.
Buena Vista, Colorado (1988) Colin Westerbeck
Trust Busters Dan Neil
Game Face Elizabeth Khuri
The Hip Strip Elizabeth Khuri
A Few Beverly Hills Treasures
Looking In, Looking Out
Politics Gets to Their Heads
The Views From Her Home Have a Personal Touch
Timing Is Everything When You're Selling Doom Mark Christensen, Mark Christensen is an award-winning automotive journalist and author of both fiction and nonfiction books.
Jocks Rule
Catch of the Day Jessica Gelt
More on Thrift-Store Shopping
TRAVEL
Dine in the dark Elliott Hester, Special to The Times
Hey, big spinner, penny for your slots Marc Cooper, Special to The Times
Mammoth deal, and that's no fish story Rosemary McClure, Times Staff Writer
Cities to add to the album
Readers Recommend
Keeping the kids busy as you drive Vani Rangachar
Just chute me CATHARINE HAMM
Openings Jane Engle
Capturing Chinatown
Sated by story of travels in Puglia
NEED TO KNOW | news . style . tips . trends Rosemary McClure; Jane Engle; Chris Erskine
Caribbean deals put the wind back in your sails Rosemary McClure, Times Staff Writer
Dancing cheek to cheek in Yap
A '70s vibe--at an '07 pace Valli Herman, Times Staff Writer
Suitable for framing Christopher Reynolds, Times Staff Writer
The rocks are actually red
A media museum fit for Gen Net John Muncie, Special to The Times
Huntley Hotel: A '70s vibe on Santa Monica Beach By Valli Herman, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer
Sound the alarm Rosemary McClure and Jane Engle
BOOKS
'My Weed' by Henri Cole
Bestsellers / Paperbacks
The only constant Diana Wagman, Diana Wagman, a professor at Cal State Long Beach, is the author of the novels "Skin Deep," "Spontaneous" and "Bump."
Bestsellers
Preacher's daughter Erika Schickel, Erika Schickel is the author of the memoir "You're Not the Boss of Me: Adventures of a Modern Mom."
Realty check Judith Lewis, Judith Lewis is a staff writer at L.A. Weekly.
Runaway trains Jonathan Kirsch, Jonathan Kirsch is the author, most recently, of "A History of the End of the World: How the Most Controversial Book in the Bible Changed the Course of Western Civilization."
A life laid bare DAVID L. ULIN, david.ulin@latimes.com
What fools these mortals be Phillip Lopate, Essayist and novelist Phillip Lopate is the editor of "American Movie Critics: From the Silents Until Now."
Body and soul Leslie Schwartz, Leslie Schwartz, the current president of PEN USA, is the author of the novels "Jumping the Green" and "Angels Crest."
Jagged edges Jerry Stahl, Jerry Stahl is the author of several books, including "Permanent Midnight: A Memoir" and the novel "I, Fatty."
A life of contradictions Wendy Smith, Wendy Smith is a New York-based critic and the author of "Real Life Drama: The Group Theatre and America, 1931-1940."
The scheme queen Donna Seaman, Donna Seaman is an associate editor for Booklist, editor of the anthology "In Our Nature: Stories of Wildness" and host of the radio program "Open Books" in Chicago. Seaman's author interviews are collected in "Writers on the Air."
Editor's Note David L. Ulin
Discoveries Susan Salter Reynolds, susan.reynolds@latimes.com
NATIONAL
Married to the military: It's not so bad, study finds Tony Perry, Times Staff Writer
Program to give schools more say From Times Wire Reports
Gonzales: Keeping his distance, or deficient? Richard B. Schmitt, Times Staff Writer
Vets healthcare system criticized From Times Wire Reports
Railroad project concerns officials From Times Wire Reports
McCain has less cash than Romney, Giuliani Dan Morain and Doug Smith, Times Staff Writers
Texas may require schools to carry elective on Bible Lianne Hart, Times Staff Writer
Harsh storm blows across U.S. From the Associated Press
War hero's statue gets flak for gun Nicholas Riccardi, Times Staff Writer
Sulfuric acid burns tot on playground From Times Wire Reports
Republicans enter the ring in Iowa Michael Finnegan, Times Staff Writer
Governor is progressing after surgery From Times Wire Reports
Students' data an open book to lenders Washington Post
Campaign donor's cash arrived with baggage Chuck Neubauer and Robin Fields, Times Staff Writers
Border policing was a trial for 3 U.S. attorneys Richard A. Serrano, Times Staff Writer
Origins of public health at Ellis Island Josh Getlin, Times Staff Writer
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