Argentine Jorge Bergoglio elected Pope Francis

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• Argentine Jorge Bergoglio elected Pope Francis
• Worker: Rig was bustling before BP well blowout
• Chavez death: Venezuelans in US ready for election
• Fla. politician resigns, 57 charged in scandal
• Mich. grandma who killed grandson: I feared him
• Argentina's Bergoglio elected as new pope Francis
• A slowly unfolding mystery for media
• 4 killed in upstate NY; police search village
• Maduro: Chavez long-term embalming unlikely
• Reggie Bush to Lions, Welker to Broncos
• Prosecutor raises voice at Arias in Arizona trial
• Commander encouraged by anti-Taliban uprising
• NYC adopts tough jobless-discrimination law
• Ill. gov. wants appeal of concealed carry ruling
• Arias resumes testimony in Arizona murder trial
• Obama says immigration bill would help House GOP
• Prosecutor: Ohio school rape victim didn't consent
• Reruns of CBS drama 'The Good Wife' to play online
• POPE LIVE: New pope chosen, glee in Latin America
• IRS: Tax glitch affects about 660K returns
• Pursuit of hackers who took credit reports expands
• Panel criticizes military on sexual assault cases
• How budget cuts could affect you
• Latin Americans hail Francis as man to lead troubled Church
• No. 19 Syracuse beats Seton Hall 75-63
• First steps on becoming a pope
• SandRidge strikes deal that could lead to CEO's removal
• House passes bill forbidding welfare waivers
• Crowds in Rome flock to hail new Pope Francis
• Egypt's Brotherhood blasts UN women's document
• Broncos, Welker agree to 2-year deal
• 'Veronica Mars' film online fundraiser launches
• Catholics overjoyed at 1st Latin American pope
• Argentina's pope a modest man focused on the poor
• Catholics, world leaders welcome church's new pope
• Study: Radiation for breast cancer can harm hearts
• US women beat Germany 2-0 for title
• Mass. judge sends 2 drug lab cases to high court
• Francis without Roman numeral

Argentine Jorge Bergoglio elected Pope Francis Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:27 PM PDT VATICAN CITY (AP) — Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina was elected pope Wednesday, becoming the first pontiff from the Americas and the first from outside Europe in more than a millennium. He chose the name Francis, associating himself with the humble 13th-century Italian preacher who lived a life of poverty.

Worker: Rig was bustling before BP well blowout Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:22 PM PDT NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A worker who survived the deadly explosion on the Deepwater Horizon testified Wednesday that a flurry of activity on the drilling rig hindered his ability to monitor BP's well for signs of trouble before the April 2010 blowout.

Chavez death: Venezuelans in US ready for election Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:20 PM PDT MIAMI (AP) — Ramon Perez traveled 16 hours by bus from Miami to New Orleans to vote last October in a Venezuelan presidential election won by Hugo Chavez. Now, Perez and thousands of other Venezuelans are set to do it all again after the death of the leftist leader.

Fla. politician resigns, 57 charged in scandal Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:09 PM PDT ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Florida's lieutenant governor resigned and nearly 60 other people were charged in a scandal involving a purported veterans charity that authorities said Wednesday was a front for a $300 million gambling operation.

Mich. grandma who killed grandson: I feared him Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:09 PM PDT PONTIAC, Mich. (AP) — A 75-year-old woman charged with first-degree murder sobbed on the witness stand Wednesday as she told jurors how she repeatedly shot her teenage grandson after he kicked her in the abdomen and demanded money and a car to leave Michigan.

Argentina's Bergoglio elected as new pope Francis Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:08 PM PDT By Philip Pullella and Barry Moody VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina was elected in a surprise choice to be the new leader of the troubled Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday, taking the name Francis I and becoming the first non-European pontiff in nearly 1,300 years. Pope Francis, 76, appeared on the central balcony of St. Peter's Basilica just over an hour after white smoke poured from a chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel to signal 115 cardinal electors had chosen him to lead the world's 1.2 billion Roman Catholics. ...

A slowly unfolding mystery for media Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:07 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — The election of a new pope presented news organizations Wednesday with a slowly unfolding mystery governed by centuries of tradition.

4 killed in upstate NY; police search village Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:02 PM PDT HERKIMER, N.Y. (AP) — A man suspected of killing four people and wounding two others at two local businesses was believed to be holed up in an abandoned building surrounded by SWAT teams in an upstate village on Wednesday evening, state police said.

Maduro: Chavez long-term embalming unlikely Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:00 PM PDT CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela's acting president said Wednesday it is highly unlikely that Hugo Chavez will be embalmed for permanent viewing because the decision to do so was made too late and the late socialist leader's body was not properly prepared on time.

Reggie Bush to Lions, Welker to Broncos Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:59 PM PDT Reggie Bush is heading to Detroit, Wes Welker landed in Denver, and even Ray Lewis got a new deal — with ESPN.

Prosecutor raises voice at Arias in Arizona trial Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:59 PM PDT PHOENIX (AP) — A prosecutor questioning Jodi Arias in her Arizona death penalty trial on Wednesday repeatedly pointed at her and angrily raised his voice as he said it was impossible for the killing of her boyfriend to have occurred the way she contends.

Commander encouraged by anti-Taliban uprising Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:56 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Villagers in an area of southern Afghanistan that was the birthplace of the Taliban movement two decades ago have staged a first-of-its-kind uprising against the insurgents, a senior American commander said Wednesday.

NYC adopts tough jobless-discrimination law Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:56 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — New York City lawmakers passed the nation's most far-reaching measure Wednesday to protect out-of-work job applicants from discrimination, allowing job-seekers to sue if they believe they have been turned away because they're unemployed.

Ill. gov. wants appeal of concealed carry ruling Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:54 PM PDT SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Gov. Pat Quinn said Wednesday that he wants the Illinois attorney general to appeal a federal court ruling that the state's last-in-the-nation concealed carry ban is unconstitutional, a move that would take it before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Arias resumes testimony in Arizona murder trial Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:52 PM PDT PHOENIX (AP) — A prosecutor questioning Jodi Arias in her Arizona death penalty trial on Wednesday repeatedly pointed at her and angrily raised his voice as he said it was impossible for the killing of her boyfriend to have occurred the way she contends.

Obama says immigration bill would help House GOP Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:52 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama told House Republicans Wednesday that they would benefit politically more than Democrats would from supporting a comprehensive immigration overhaul, lawmakers present said.

Prosecutor: Ohio school rape victim didn't consent Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:51 PM PDT STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (AP) — A 16-year-old girl was "substantially impaired" after an alcohol-fueled party, was unable to consent to sex and suffered humiliation and degradation when she was raped by two high school football players, a prosecutor said Wednesday in her opening statement at the boys' trial.

Reruns of CBS drama 'The Good Wife' to play online Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:51 PM PDT LOS ANGELES (AP) — CBS Corp. is rolling out past seasons of "The Good Wife" online, the first time the broadcaster is allowing Internet access to a drama that is still airing new episodes on TV.

POPE LIVE: New pope chosen, glee in Latin America Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:51 PM PDT "Pope Live" follows the choice of the new pope as seen by journalists from The Associated Press around the world. It will be updated throughout the day with breaking news and other items of interest.

IRS: Tax glitch affects about 660K returns Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:51 PM PDT KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — A tax-preparation glitch affecting about 660,000 tax returns will delay refunds by as long as six weeks, with customers of the nation's largest tax preparer among those affected.

Pursuit of hackers who took credit reports expands Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:50 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The pursuit of hackers who audaciously stole and published credit reports for Michelle Obama, the attorney general, FBI director and other U.S. politicians and celebrities crisscrossed continents and included a San Francisco-based Internet company, Cloudflare, The Associated Press has learned.

Panel criticizes military on sexual assault cases Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:50 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — In a stinging rebuke of the military's efforts to curb sexual assault, members of a Senate panel hammered Defense Department officials on Wednesday for making too little progress in combating the crimes and failing to improve a military justice system that victims described as slow and uncaring.

How budget cuts could affect you Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:49 PM PDT Government agencies are already taking steps to comply with automatic spending cuts that took effect March 1. Some examples:

Latin Americans hail Francis as man to lead troubled Church Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:48 PM PDT By Alexandra Ulmer SANTIAGO (Reuters) - Across Latin America, the faithful rejoiced that the new Pope Francis was one of them. Even though some commentators said he had a reputation as being as conservative and inflexible as his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, Latin Catholics celebrated that cardinals had, in Francis' own words, gone "to the end of the world" to find him. "A Latino is more open to others, while a European is more closed. A change like this, with a Latin American, will be very important for we Latin Americans ... ...

No. 19 Syracuse beats Seton Hall 75-63 Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:48 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — Jim Boeheim couldn't help but think of the last three-plus decades as he entered Madison Square Garden on Wednesday for a big game for Syracuse.

First steps on becoming a pope Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:46 PM PDT VATICAN CITY (AP) — The pomp surrounding his selection was just the beginning of an exceptionally busy few days for Pope Francis. A look at the first night — and what comes after.

SandRidge strikes deal that could lead to CEO's removal Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:46 PM PDT By Michael Erman and Anna Driver (Reuters) - SandRidge Energy Inc and activist hedge fund TPG-Axon Capital struck a deal on Wednesday that could lead to the removal of the oil and gas company's chief executive, Tom Ward, SandRidge said. The company has been under fire since last year from TPG-Axon and another hedge fund for governance lapses and strategic missteps. TPG-Axon, which owns 7.3 percent of SandRidge, launched a campaign to oust Ward and the company's entire board of directors. ...

House passes bill forbidding welfare waivers Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:46 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Renewing a political fight from last year's presidential campaign, House Republicans passed a bill Wednesday that would prevent the Obama administration from waiving work requirements in the landmark 1996 welfare reform law.

Crowds in Rome flock to hail new Pope Francis Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:43 PM PDT By Catherine Hornby and Naomi O'Leary VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Tens of thousands of flag-waving pilgrims and Romans saluted the new Pope Francis on Wednesday, warming to the Argentine's first words from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica after his surprise appointment. Crowds who had come to the Vatican on a rainy evening were rewarded when white smoke billowed from the makeshift chimney on the Sistine Chapel to indicate a pope had been chosen little more than 24 hours after cardinals began their conclave. ...

Egypt's Brotherhood blasts UN women's document Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:43 PM PDT CAIRO (AP) — Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood sharply criticized an anticipated U.N. document on combatting violence against women, saying on Wednesday that it was "deceitful," clashed with Islamic principles and undermined family values.

Broncos, Welker agree to 2-year deal Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:40 PM PDT ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos have found a new target for Peyton Manning, agreeing to a two-year deal with Pro Bowl receiver Wes Welker.

'Veronica Mars' film online fundraiser launches Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:39 PM PDT LOS ANGELES (AP) — "Veronica Mars" fans eager for a movie based on the TV series have a chance to put their money where their hopes are.

Catholics overjoyed at 1st Latin American pope Posted: 13 Mar 2013 03:29 PM PDT BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Tears and cheers erupted across Latin American on Wednesday as an Argentine cardinal became the first pope from the hemisphere, and many expressed hope that he help bring the church closer to the poverty-wracked region that is home to more Catholics than any other.

Argentina's pope a modest man focused on the poor Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:36 PM PDT By Alejandro Lifschitz BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - The first Latin American pope, Argentina's Jorge Bergoglio is a theological conservative with a strong social conscience, known for his negotiating skills as well as a readiness to challenge powerful interests. He is a modest man from a middle-class family who declined the archbishop's luxurious residence to live in a simple apartment and travel by bus. ...

Catholics, world leaders welcome church's new pope Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:35 PM PDT LONDON (AP) — World leaders sent in their congratulations and Catholics around the world were celebrating Wednesday after the Vatican announced the election of Argentine Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio to the papacy — making him the first pontiff from the Americas.

Study: Radiation for breast cancer can harm hearts Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:34 PM PDT Women treated with radiation for breast cancer are more likely to develop heart problems later, even with the lower doses used today, troubling new research suggests. The risk comes from any amount of radiation, starts five years after treatment and lasts for decades, doctors found.

US women beat Germany 2-0 for title Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:32 PM PDT The United States won the prestigious Algarve Cup for the ninth time, beating Germany 2-0 in Wednesday's final at Faro, Portugal thanks to two goals from Alex Morgan.

Mass. judge sends 2 drug lab cases to high court Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:28 PM PDT BOSTON (AP) — A justice of the state's highest court agreed on Wednesday to ask the full court to decide two cases in which prosecutors are challenging how lower courts handle thousands of drug convictions jeopardized by what they say was a chemist's misconduct.

Francis without Roman numeral Posted: 13 Mar 2013 02:20 PM PDT VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican says the new pope's official name is Pope Francis, without a Roman numeral.

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