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What happened on September 06, 2007
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Students have real-life problems too By Thomas Curwen, Thomas Curwen is an editor at large for The Times.
It's Pakistan's choice By Rajan Menon, Rajan Menon is a professor of international relations at Lehigh University and a fellow at the New America Foundation.
'High School Musical 2' still rules the school By Todd Martens, Times Staff Writer
Angel City Classic: More than a football game By Mike Terry, Times Staff Writer
Not your typical Corman production By Scott Timberg, Times Staff Writer
Buzz Bands By Kevin Bronson
Critters good, bad and downright ugly By Pauline O'Connor
Going Out / Buzz Clubs By Heidi Siegmund Cuda
The major leaguers step up to the plate By Elina Shatkin
A short history of extreme dining
Extreme dining By Margaret Wappler; Liam Gowing; August Brown
Your own Italian grandmother By S. Irene Virbila, Times Staff Writer
Made in the shade By Jessica Gelt
Music, sculpture and dance meld in 'Foreign Bodies' By Lewis Segal, Times Staff Writer
Ping-ponging around L.A. and Vegas in pursuit of a ball By Mark Sachs
Weekend Forecast
A new take on street style: cone art By David Ng, Times Staff Writer
David Halberstam's pals will promote his final book From the Associated Press
L.A. Opera opens season with a rare gem
Time to let your inner Jack Sparrow out
'WordWorld' spells it all out for kids By Michael Berick, Special to The Times
Theater By F. Kathleen Foley
WKND FEEDBACK - Those adults were so out of it
WKND FEEDBACK - Heading to the top in downtown
'3:10 to Yuma' remake wasn't on the fast track By Susan King, Times Staff Writer
The rock torrents of Okkervil River By August Brown, Times Staff Writer
Coming back with 'Oblivion' By Charlie Amter, Times Staff Writer
QUICK TAKES - The broadcast networks didn't enjoy Labor Day From City News Service
QUICK TAKES - 'The View' will be a party of five By Matea Gold
QUICK TAKES - Facchinetti goes to Valentino From the Associated Press
QUICK TAKES - Once students, now masters By Chris Pasles
Quick Takes - Finally
UCLA archive hails Columbia Pictures By Susan King, Times Staff Writer
What's on the male mind? Start with breasts By Melissa Bricker, Special to The Times
60 Seconds With. . . By Mike Flaherty
OPINION
Terminal stupidity
Mortgage tightrope
Gauging Gonzales
Wanted: affordable health insurance
Disasters and desperation
Craig's lists
Utilities must plan, respond
VA's proposal in West L.A.
Donate this! (In my name) By Mike Armstrong, Mike Armstrong writes screenplays and television scripts in Los Angeles.
A Vietnam War in O.C. By Nick Schou, Nick Schou is news and investigations editor of the OC Weekly.
WORLD
World in Brief / ZIMBABWE - Production of bread is cut back From Times Wire Reports
British leave Basra in Iraqi hands - Troops move outside the city to a post at an airport. Some fear that rivalries among Shiites will grow more violent. By Ned Parker, Times Staff Writer
World in Brief / POLAND - Author sentenced in murder case From Times Wire Reports
World in Brief / NORTH KOREA - Agency makes espionage arrests From Times Wire Reports
World in Brief / AFGHANISTAN - 2 Britons killed in Taliban attacks From Times Wire Reports
The World - 8 GIs killed in Iraq over 2 days - A rush-hour bomb near a bus stop in the capital leaves 13 people dead. From a Times Staff Writer
The World - Three Marine officers issued censures in Haditha slayings - A commander notes a 'lack of due diligence' in their response to Iraqi civilian deaths in 2005. By Tony Perry, Times Staff Writer
Hurricane kills at least 18 in Nicaragua - Dozens are missing after Felix passes through. In Baja California, Henriette causes minor flooding. By Hector Tobar, Times Staff Writer
The World - Plot to kill GIs, tourists alleged - Germany arrests three suspects it says had ties to an Al Qaeda ally. They reportedly wanted to bomb soft targets. By Sebastian Rotella and Christian Retzlaff, Times Staff Writers
The World - Drawing a curtain on old ways - In India, a villager uses his own strategy in a campaign to encourage the use of toilets instead of the great outdoors. By Bruce Wallace, Times Staff Writer
BUSINESS
Senators promote Amgen's claim with Medicare - Specter and Lautenberg ask the agency to revisit its limits on coverage of the firm's anemia drugs. By Daniel Costello, Times Staff Writer
Hanes sues American Apparel over Barely There trademark From Bloomberg News
TECHNOLOGY - Price cut stirs iPhone questions - The move may indicate sluggish sales of the high-end model. Steve Jobs also unveils an iPod with wireless capability. By Michelle Quinn, Times Staff Writer
Sales of antipsychotic drugs for kids surge From Bloomberg News
In Brief | MORTGAGE - Applications index rises on refinancing From Times Wire Services
In Brief | AVIATION - Boeing delays test of 787 Dreamliner From Times Wire Services
In Brief | FOOD - Kraft raises 2007 earnings forecast From Times Wire Services
In Brief | FOOD - Tyson reduces profit outlook From Times Wire Services
In Brief | MEDIA - Business 2.0 magazine to close From Times Wire Services
In Brief | TECHNOLOGY - Palm cancels release of Foleo From Times Wire Services
Countrywide announces 900 additional job cuts By E. Scott Reckard, Times Staff Writer
Credit crisis fallout is limited, Fed says From the Associated Press
MARKETS - Group alters private equity tax view From Reuters
BROADCASTING - Sex, violence cram TV's 'family hour,' study says - The Parents Television Council's findings could prompt Congress to crack down. By Jim Puzzanghera, Times Staff Writer
Farmers Insurance to pay refund - The firm, which is also fined, will compensate 6,000 policyholders. By Marc Lifsher, Times Staff Writer
IN BOXSMALL BUSINESS - Software provides safeguards By Karen E. Klein, Special to The Times
MARKETS - Stocks fall on housing data - An unexpectedly large drop in home sales pushes the major indexes down. Bond yields tumble. By Walter Hamilton, Times Staff Writer
REAL ESTATE - Headache for doctors: medical office rents By Roger Vincent, Times Staff Writer
SMALL BUSINESS: MADE IN L.A. - Trendy brand keeps it local - Fashions move so fast for jeans and T-shirt maker Monarchy Collection that sending out to Asia would take too long. By Daniel Yi, Times Staff Writer
MARKETS - Yields climbing on money funds - Treasury bill rates rebound, and returns on other short-term IOUs remain elevated. By Tom Petruno, Times Staff Writer
Congress eyes lending rules - Sponsors in the House and Senate prepare bills to provide borrowers with more protections. By Jonathan Peterson, Times Staff Writer
MARKETS - 2 mortgage insurers drop plan to combine From the Associated Press
Popcorn additive may have caused serious lung ailment From Times Wire Services
LEGISLATION - Insurers back new deal for quake fund - Under pressure, they raise their financial support, eliminating a need to hike premiums for state homeowners. By Marc Lifsher, Times Staff Writer
Fraud against seniors rises, panel is told - Investment advisors often lack proper credentials, regulators tell Senate committee. By Kathy M. Kristof, Times Staff Writer
Tougher standards for air bags imposed From Reuters
SMALL-BUSINESS REPORT - Half of federal agencies miss contract goals By Cyndia Zwahlen, Special to The Times
Community groups want more than Tesco's word - Coalition seeks written assurances from the British grocery chain on wages and other issues. By Jerry Hirsch, Times Staff Writer
Movies-on-demand service Vudu debuts - The start-up, which makes a $399 set-top device for viewing films, faces hurdles. By Alex Pham, Times Staff Writer
Wall Street Roundup - SEC says conduits may pose risk From Times Wire Services
Wall Street Roundup - Ex-Morgan exec pleads guilty From Times Wire Services
Wall Street Roundup - SEC cracks down on retiree scams From Times Wire Services
HOME & GARDEN
PERSONAL ASSISTANT - Cabinets: Think redo, not new - Kitchen dress-up changes the room at a fraction of the cost of full replacement. By Nancy Yoshihara, Times Staff Writer
THE CALIFORNIA GARDEN - Happiest landscapes on Earth - Forget Disneyland's rides. Its array of plantings -- tropical, edible, even gothic -- offers ideas for your yard. By Tony Kienitz, Special to The Times
Man of the House by Chris Erskine - Let's paint the place, starting with the toes - This little piggy went to market, this little piggy stayed home. Uh-oh, where's the littlest piggy? By Chris Erskine
AFTER THE FIRE - A fire's survivor - Flames took a landmark home, but not one artist's will to rebuild it. Times Staff Writer and By Christopher Reynolds
MODERN LIFE - Cool new kitchen -- now how do I use it? By Janet Eastman, Times Staff Writer
THE SCOUT / INNOVATIONS - Bemz has IKEA covered
THE SCOUT - A touch of Midas By David A. Keeps, Times Staff Writer
THE SCOUT / SALE - Fab '50s furnishings for good dish
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Memorial service set for Ahmanson
Man sentenced in tax fraud centered on donated art By Stuart Silverstein, Times Staff Writer
CAPITOL JOURNAL - Michael Deaver's artistry in politics was born at the piano By George Skelton
COLUMN ONE - A full portion of pressure - It's the Super Bowl of college cooking, and the team from Orange County is ready to score. Oh no, who forgot to plug in the deep fryer? By Christopher Goffard, Times Staff Writer
For heat's victims, a quiet death - Officials say many were elderly, living on the margins and alone. By Tami Abdollah, Carla Hall and Hector Becerra, Times Staff Writers
Gov. renews dam plan after ruling limits water - Legislators are urged to reconsider a facilities bond proposal he offered in January. From the Associated Press
City weighs tough pet law - Huntington Beach may require neutering of cats and dogs and microchip IDs. Plan is criticized. By Ashley Powers, Times Staff Writer
Obituaries - Jennifer Dunn, 66; in a career of firsts, rose to a key post in House's GOP leadership From the Associated Press
Light-rail project gets final piece of funding - State provides the last $314 million for L.A.'s Exposition Line. By Rong-gong Lin Ii, Times Staff Writer
Brush fires flare up in state - Hot weather, dry terrain fuel blazes. Flames scorch 11,000 acres in a state park near San Jose. From the Associated Press
Paul Gillmor, 68; GOP congressman is found dead at his home From Times Wire Reports
Obituaries - Edward Gramlich, 68; former Federal Reserve governor By Peter G. Gosselin, Times Staff Writer
IN BRIEF | Inland Empire | HESPERIA - Guilty plea is entered in slaying from 1989 From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Court interpreters strike for 22% pay increase - Workers at L.A. County courthouses pledge to stay out indefinitely. Widespread disruption of legal system results. By Anna Gorman, Times Staff Writer
Rev. D. James Kennedy, 76; pioneer in Christian broadcasting on radio, TV From the Associated Press
Veto threat delays bill on fee at ports - A $60 charge on each loaded container, opposed by the retail industry, would fund projects to cut air pollution, traffic jams. By Patrick Mcgreevy, Times Staff Writer
O.C. registrar is told to continue counting petition signatures By Seema Mehta, Times Staff Writer
IN BRIEF | Orange County | ANAHEIM - Online lottery open for Angels playoff tickets From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Crews work to get power to 3,187 homes in O.C. By Jennifer Delson and David Haldane, Times Staff Writers
ORANGE COUNTY - Red tape is the worst bandage By Dana Parsons
Luciano Pavarotti: 1935 - 2007 - Opera's greatest star brought classical music to the masses By Mark Swed, Times Staff Writer
An extra-warm welcome - Sweltering residents greet DWP crews working 16-hour shifts to restore power in neighborhoods that have been blacked out for days. By Evelyn Larrubia, Times Staff Writer
IN BRIEF | The Region | PERRIS - Man charged in alleged threat against D.A. From Times Staff and Wire Reports
IN BRIEF | The Region | RIVERSIDE - Grand jury updates ex-Marine's indictment From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Regional airport network falls flat - A panel resurrected by L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa makes little headway in developing alternatives to expansion at LAX. By David Zahniser, Times Staff Writer
IN BRIEF | The State | SONOMA - Officials hunt for owner of abandoned horse From Times Staff and Wire Reports
IN BRIEF | The State | VALLEJO - Electrical fire kills giraffe at Six Flags park From Times Staff and Wire Reports
EPA sued over port pollution From the Associated Press
Spector trial comes down to the wire - The prosecution begins closing arguments, accusing the record producer of using a 'checkbook defense' to dodge a conviction. By Peter Y. Hong, Times Staff Writer
Obituaries - Miyoshi Umeki, 78; Japanese singer and actress became first Asian to win Academy Award By Dennis Mclellan, Times Staff Writer
Battle lines drawn over VA site - Critics say agency plans for some 'reuse' on the Westside campus really mean 'privatization.' By Martha Groves, Times Staff Writer
A body of work
NATIONAL
The Nation - B-52 mistakenly flew with nuclear bombs - Air Force is probing last week's flight from North Dakota to Louisiana. Officials say people were not endangered. By Molly Hennessy-fiske, Times Staff Writer
Nation in Brief / ARIZONA - Student is charged in dorm killing From Times Wire Reports
Nation in Brief / RHODE ISLAND - Settlement made in nightclub fire From Times Wire Reports
Nation in Brief / COLORADO - State stocked the wrong trout From Times Wire Reports
Craig may fight to stay in Senate From the Associated Press
The Nation - Second day yields no sign of Fossett - Despite finding only decades-old wreckage and getting no locater signals, rescuers and friends hold out hope. By Eric Bailey, Times Staff Writer
The Nation - Candidate who is not there upstages Republican debate - Fred Thompson announces his bid on a talk show couch, prompting needling from his opponents. By Michael Finnegan and Mark Z. Barabak, Times Staff Writers
The Nation - Border system needs work, Chertoff says By Nicole Gaouette, Times Staff Writer
The Nation - Political donor skips day in court By Dan Morain, Chuck Neubauer and Robin Fields, Times Staff Writers
The Nation - Crime victims to get U.S. visas - Illegal immigrants who cooperate in certain cases have been in legal limbo for years. By Anna Gorman, Times Staff Writer
The Nation - Moderates work to end impasse on Iraq - The lawmakers want to change the course of the war minus a date for withdrawal. But will the others go along? By Noam N. Levey, Times Staff Writer
The Nation - Stricken senator returns - After brain hemorrhage, Tim Johnson is back on the Hill. Democrats, with a slim majority, breathe a sigh of relief. By Johanna Neuman, Times Staff Writer
The Nation - Senators demand answers on mine - A committee accuses safety officials of ignoring risky conditions in Utah. By Tina Marie Macias, Times Staff Writer
The Nation - An in-law-made man - Thompson lacked drive, then he married into it By Joe Mathews, Times Staff Writer
SCIENCE
Panel backs AIDS drug - Isentress is found to benefit patients with resistant strains of HIV. By Jia-rui Chong, Times Staff Writer
The Nation - Suicides rise after warnings, study says By Denise Gellene and Thomas H. Maugh Ii, Times Staff Writers
SPORTS
Results By From The Associated Press
GAME OF THE DAY - Rodriguez homers twice in one inning From the Associated Press
Angels' Joe is just a little sloppier - Saunders gets outpitched by Blanton and Oakland wins, 6-2. Anderson ties team record with an RBI. By Mike Digiovanna, Times Staff Writer
ANGELS REPORT - Oliver takes his recent success in stride By Mike Digiovanna, Times Staff Writer
Morning Briefing By Robyn Norwood, Times Staff Writer
Jerry Crowe | Text Messages From Press Row By Jerry Crowe
Dodgers defeated without Martin - The ligament sprain in his knee is mild, but the All-Star catcher isn't sure if he'll play today. L.A. is shut down by Lilly and Cubs, 8-2. By Dylan Hernandez, Times Staff Writer
DODGERS REPORT - Abreu feels welcome upon return By Dylan Hernandez, Times Staff Writer
Niedermayer to miss start of Ducks' camp By Eric Stephens, Times Staff Writer
The Times' Top 25
Chris Dufresne / ON COLLEGE FOOTBALL - Giant slayer is now the hunted By Chris Dufresne
BILL DWYRE - Federer sets himself apart from all By Bill Dwyre
HELENE ELLIOTT - Angels won't change it up for Indians By Helene Elliott
AROUND THE NATIONFrom the Associated Press - Wisconsin running back can't play in road games
Four Games To Watch By Peter Yoon
WORLD GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS - Above all the rest - The U.S. team wins gold by a very slim margin over defending world champion China, after a couple of missteps on beam give way to clutch performances in final floor exercise event. By Diane Pucin, Times Staff Writer
HORSE RACING - Georgie Boy rallies at Del Mar By Larry Stewart, Times Staff Writer
BEHIND THE LINES - Colts start season as the favorites By Lonnie White, Times Staff Writer
Missions don't lead to accomplishments - It's not easy for a college quarterback to come back from two years off or more, but UCLA's Olson and BYU's Hall are trying to show that it can be done. By Chris Foster, Times Staff Writer
Otton's mission was a thin slice of life By Chris Foster, Times Staff Writer
Newswire - NBA to expand the use of replays to review calls By Jaime C?rdenas; Grahame L. Jones; From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Tonight, focus is on field for NFL - Season opener isn't about Michael Vick or Pacman Jones, holdouts or human growth hormone. At last, it's about football. By Sam Farmer, Times Staff Writer
AROUND THE NFL - No. 1 pick Russell, Raiders are reportedly near a deal From the Associated Press
Results From the Associated Press
GAME OF THE DAY - Braves' two-out rally stuns Phillies, 9-8 From the Associated Press
This week in golf - TEEING OFF By Peter Yoon,, Times Staff Writer
Forward-thinking Williams wins - Venus keeps the pressure on to defeat Jankovic. Federer beats Roddick for 10th consecutive time. By Lisa Dillman, Times Staff Writer
Gibbs switches to Toyota - Nextel Cup Series team will drop Chevrolets and go with newcomer, elevating the Japanese automaker's status. By Jim Peltz, Times Staff Writer
UCLA REPORT - Defense gets drilled by Walker despite win By Chris Foster, Times Staff Writer
USC REPORT - Sanchez looks sharp in practice By Gary Klein, Times Staff Writer
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