Congress rethinks 9/11 law on military force

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• Congress rethinks 9/11 law on military force
• Senate confirms physicist Moniz as energy chief
• 7 Egyptian security personnel abducted in Sinai
• Second court invalidates Obama recess appointment
• Former NBA union head files suit against Fisher
• Puerto Rico faces lowest coffee production ever
• Investigation into Powell disappearance may close
• Capitals say Ovechkin played with hurt left foot
• Famed 'hatchet hitchhiker' wanted in NJ homicide
• Oil reverses early losses, tops $95 a barrel
• Donovan left off roster for World Cup qualifiers
• Prison treatment program for Idaho monkey killer
• Teary testimony from victim's family in Arias case
• House immigration group gropes for deal
• US sanctions on 4 Syrian ministers, rebel leader
• American will favor passengers without roller bags
• Powerball jackpot quickly jumps to $550 million
• Obama calls on Congress to fund embassy security
• Airlines losses narrowed in 1Q to $552 million
• 10 tornadoes whip through North Texas; 6 dead
• Mom in NM chases down child abductor; girl safe
• Senate committee approves 3 judicial nominees
• 'Idol' to crown Harrison or Glover latest champion
• Rays put Cy Young winner David Price on DL
• House advances student loan fix
• Turkish PM talks Syria with Obama at White House
• Bradley opening 60 at Nelson even with 2 bogeys
• Watchdog: Israel trying to legalize settlements
• Obama walking a familiar path on IRS allegations
• Kennedy Center revises way honorees are selected
• Another round for the House on 'Obamacare'
• Senate panel considers labor board nominees
• Sector Snap: Makers of computer networking gear
• Nadal struggles to beat qualifier Gulbis in Rome
• Hot off the press: Seen and heard in Cannes
• Victim's brother testifies in Jodi Arias case
• Russia says Iran must take part in proposed Syria talks
• Miners union threatens strike at South Africa's Amplats
• Ticketmaster settles rewards lawsuit for $23M
• Lawyers plead for mercy for Arias as trial resumes

Congress rethinks 9/11 law on military force Posted: 16 May 2013 01:16 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress is rethinking the broad authority it gave the president to wage a war on terror after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in light of how President Barack Obama has used the power to target suspected terrorists with lethal drone strikes.

Senate confirms physicist Moniz as energy chief Posted: 16 May 2013 01:13 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Physicist Ernest Moniz won unanimous Senate confirmation Thursday to be the nation's new energy secretary.

7 Egyptian security personnel abducted in Sinai Posted: 16 May 2013 01:10 PM PDT CAIRO (AP) — Suspected militants in Egypt's Sinai abducted seven security personnel as they headed to Cairo for holidays early Thursday, security officials said. It was the first such kidnapping of security forces in the lawless peninsula.

Second court invalidates Obama recess appointment Posted: 16 May 2013 01:07 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — A second federal appeals court has found that President Barack Obama exceeded his power when he bypassed the Senate to install a member to the National Labor Relations Board.

Former NBA union head files suit against Fisher Posted: 16 May 2013 01:04 PM PDT Ousted NBA players' association executive director Billy Hunter alleges in a lawsuit that president Derek Fisher had a secret deal with owners during the 2011 lockout that benefited himself, his publicist and certain players.

Puerto Rico faces lowest coffee production ever Posted: 16 May 2013 01:04 PM PDT SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Coffee production in Puerto Rico has hit the lowest level ever in the island's history, leaving farmers and government officials worried about how to revive a once burgeoning industry amid a deep economic crisis.

Investigation into Powell disappearance may close Posted: 16 May 2013 12:57 PM PDT SCOTTS MILLS, Ore. (AP) — After a two-day search in rural Oregon failed to yield any trace of missing Utah mother Susan Powell, authorities said Thursday they may close the investigation.

Capitals say Ovechkin played with hurt left foot Posted: 16 May 2013 12:57 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Alex Ovechkin played the last two games of the Washington Capitals' season with what the team said Thursday is a hairline fracture in his left foot.

Famed 'hatchet hitchhiker' wanted in NJ homicide Posted: 16 May 2013 12:54 PM PDT ELIZABETH, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey authorities have issued a murder warrant for a homeless hitchhiker who gained Internet and television celebrity after using a hatchet to attack a man who ran over a California utility worker.

Oil reverses early losses, tops $95 a barrel Posted: 16 May 2013 12:48 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — Oil followed a familiar pattern Thursday, moving higher despite some less-than-stellar economic reports.

Donovan left off roster for World Cup qualifiers Posted: 16 May 2013 12:48 PM PDT CHICAGO (AP) — Landon Donovan was left off the 29-man U.S. roster for a training camp ahead of a trio of World Cup qualifiers next month, but American coach Jurgen Klinsmann anticipates he will rejoin the team at some unspecified point.

Prison treatment program for Idaho monkey killer Posted: 16 May 2013 12:48 PM PDT BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho man convicted of breaking into a Boise zoo last fall and brutally beating to death one of two Patas monkeys has been ordered to spend up to a year in a treatment program at a state prison.

Teary testimony from victim's family in Arias case Posted: 16 May 2013 12:45 PM PDT PHOENIX (AP) — The jury deciding the fate of convicted murderer Jodi Arias heard dramatic and emotional testimony Thursday from the family of the man she killed as they described how their lives were ripped apart by his death.

House immigration group gropes for deal Posted: 16 May 2013 12:44 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — A bipartisan group of House members that has been attempting for months to finalize a comprehensive immigration bill is encountering difficulties and trying to decide whether to split up or keep trying.

US sanctions on 4 Syrian ministers, rebel leader Posted: 16 May 2013 12:43 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration has added four Syrian government ministers to a U.S. terror blacklist as well as the leader of an al-Qaida-linked organization fighting President Bashar Assad's (bah-SHAR' AH'-sahd) regime.

American will favor passengers without roller bags Posted: 16 May 2013 12:41 PM PDT FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — If you're traveling light, you can board earlier on American Airlines.

Powerball jackpot quickly jumps to $550 million Posted: 16 May 2013 01:17 PM PDT DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The Powerball jackpot jumped to $550 million on Thursday — the third largest lottery in history — as dreamers in all but the seven states where the game isn't played snatched up tickets for the minuscule chance at a life on easy street.

Obama calls on Congress to fund embassy security Posted: 16 May 2013 01:18 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama on Thursday tried to turn the tables on Republicans who have criticized his administration's response to last year's deadly attack in Benghazi, Libya, calling on lawmakers to approve his request to increase funding for diplomatic security.

Airlines losses narrowed in 1Q to $552 million Posted: 16 May 2013 12:40 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. airlines charged more in fares and fees and reduced debt as they improved their financial performance in the first quarter.

10 tornadoes whip through North Texas; 6 dead Posted: 16 May 2013 12:40 PM PDT GRANBURY, Texas (AP) — Ten tornadoes touched down in several small communities in North Texas overnight, leaving at least six people dead, dozens injured and hundreds homeless. Emergency responders were still searching for missing people Thursday afternoon.

Mom in NM chases down child abductor; girl safe Posted: 16 May 2013 12:38 PM PDT ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A mother whose 4-year-old was being abducted chased the suspect down and crashed her vehicle into his car, triggering a manhunt, Albuquerque police said Thursday.

Senate committee approves 3 judicial nominees Posted: 16 May 2013 12:36 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday approved three of President Barack Obama's judicial nominees, including one for an influential appeals court, for a full Senate vote.

'Idol' to crown Harrison or Glover latest champion Posted: 16 May 2013 12:35 PM PDT LOS ANGELES (AP) — One is a little bit country. The other is a little bit R&B.

Rays put Cy Young winner David Price on DL Posted: 16 May 2013 12:34 PM PDT ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays have put AL Cy Young Award winner David Price on the 15-day disabled list because of a strained left triceps.

House advances student loan fix Posted: 16 May 2013 12:33 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The days of fixed-rate student loans could be coming to a close, with House Republicans on Thursday advancing a proposal that would link rates to financial markets.

Turkish PM talks Syria with Obama at White House Posted: 16 May 2013 12:30 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama said Thursday that the U.S. and Turkey will keep ramping up pressure to oust Syrian President Bashar Assad from power, but there's "no magic formula" to stop his violence.

Bradley opening 60 at Nelson even with 2 bogeys Posted: 16 May 2013 12:29 PM PDT IRVING, Texas (AP) — Keegan Bradley shot a 10-under 60 for a course record even with consecutive bogeys in the middle of his opening round at the Byron Nelson Championship on Thursday.

Watchdog: Israel trying to legalize settlements Posted: 16 May 2013 12:27 PM PDT JERUSALEM (AP) — An Israeli watchdog group on Thursday accused the government of taking steps to legalize four unauthorized settlement outposts in the West Bank, days before the U.S. secretary of state is set to arrive on a new peace mission.

Obama walking a familiar path on IRS allegations Posted: 16 May 2013 12:25 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The Internal Revenue Service controversy dogging President Barack Obama is hardly the first time a White House and the tax agency have been accused of political meddling and bias. Nor is it the first time that political and social advocacy groups have searched for and exploited loopholes and fine points in the federal tax code.

Kennedy Center revises way honorees are selected Posted: 16 May 2013 12:24 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kennedy Center is unveiling a new process to select artists who receive one of the nation's top arts prizes after an outside group said Latinos have been largely excluded.

Another round for the House on 'Obamacare' Posted: 16 May 2013 12:21 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — There they go again: The House is moving toward a vote on yet another Republican bill to repeal President Barack Obama's health care law.

Senate panel considers labor board nominees Posted: 16 May 2013 12:21 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans said Thursday they would not support five nominees to the National Labor Relations Board, raising the possibility the troubled agency could be rendered mostly inoperable later this year.

Sector Snap: Makers of computer networking gear Posted: 16 May 2013 12:18 PM PDT SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Investors snapped up the stocks of companies that make computer networking gear Thursday after industry leader Cisco Systems Inc.'s latest quarterly earnings raised hope that business is picking up after a long stretch of lackluster demand.

Nadal struggles to beat qualifier Gulbis in Rome Posted: 16 May 2013 12:18 PM PDT ROME (AP) — Six-time champion Rafael Nadal overcame one of the worst opening sets of his career to edge Latvian qualifier Ernests Gulbis 1-6, 7-5, 6-4 Thursday and reach the Italian Open quarterfinals.

Hot off the press: Seen and heard in Cannes Posted: 16 May 2013 12:17 PM PDT CANNES, France (AP) — Associated Press journalists open their notebooks at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival:

Victim's brother testifies in Jodi Arias case Posted: 16 May 2013 12:14 PM PDT PHOENIX (AP) — The jury deciding the fate of Jodi Arias has heard dramatic and emotional testimony from the brother of the man she murdered.

Russia says Iran must take part in proposed Syria talks Posted: 16 May 2013 12:13 PM PDT By Thomas Grove MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Iran must take part in a proposed international conference to end Syria's civil war, but that Western states wanted to limit the participants and possibly predetermine the outcome of the talks. Conflicting comments from Russia and the West over Iran's role in the possible meeting have added to disagreements which already threaten to derail the conference proposed by Moscow and Washington last week. ...

Miners union threatens strike at South Africa's Amplats Posted: 16 May 2013 12:09 PM PDT By Helen Nyambura-Mwaura and Sherilee Lakmidas JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - Miners at South Africa's Anglo American Platinum reported for work late Thursday, and a labor leader said the workers will strike on Friday in an escalation of unrest that sent the company's shares lower and the rand to a four-year low. The threatened action is to protest Amplats' plans to cut as many as 6,000 jobs in a bid to return to profit, down from the 14,000 it initially proposed, and comes just as a two-day wildcat strike ends at platinum producer Longman. ...

Ticketmaster settles rewards lawsuit for $23M Posted: 16 May 2013 12:07 PM PDT LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ticketmaster has agreed to settle claims for up to $23 million over a lawsuit affecting more than a million people who, after buying a ticket online, were enrolled in a rewards program that cost $9 a month but never gave them any benefits.

Lawyers plead for mercy for Arias as trial resumes Posted: 16 May 2013 12:06 PM PDT PHOENIX (AP) — An attorney for Jodi Arias on Thursday told the jury deciding the former waitress's fate to consider factors including her age, troubled upbringing and talent as an artist, and show her mercy for killing her boyfriend five years ago.

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