Zimmerman's wife seeks life insurance policy

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• Zimmerman's wife seeks life insurance policy
• Obama sits down with Russian rights activists
• Zimmerman attorney O'Mara to be CNN legal analyst
• NASA launching robotic explorer to moon from Va.
• Obama moves to defuse spying row with Brazil, Mexico
• Report: Ohio kidnapper called victim's mother
• Samsung's new Galaxy Notes to go on sale in Oct.
• US: Syrian chemical weapon stockpile barely dented
• CNN's 'Crossfire' will look for ceasefire
• Biden says Napolitano deserves high court seat
• Nigeria military says killed 50 Boko Haram fighters
• Gandolfini on screen again in 'Enough Said'
• New rights worries over arrests in Egypt
• Reid introduces Syria resolution in Senate
• Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows
• Stocks rise despite jobs report, Syria tensions
• Bolt closes out season with another win
• FBI, DHS: No specific threat to 9/11 anniversary
• U.S. tightens embassy security in Lebanon and Turkey, warns Americans
• Cat survives 11-story fall at Alaska apartment
• Jeff Koons' 'Balloon Dog' going to NYC auction
• Iran is America's real Middle East priority
• Hernandez pleads not guilty to murder indictment
• Athletics: Bolt wraps up golden season with Brussels win
• IOC weighs up major risks in 2020 Olympic vote
• Court blocks judge's attempt to undo rape sentence
• Ticketmaster puts resale, unsold tickets in 1 spot
• E-cigarette use doubles among US teens: CDC study
• Knicks' J.R. Smith suspended 5 games
• FDA study says amount of arsenic in rice is low
• 35K expected at Mumford & Sons concert in Okla.
• A glance at Moscow's contested mayoral race
• In south Egypt, Islamists take over a town
• Arizona woman on death row awaits release, retrial
• Auriemma to coach US women's Olympic team again
• Mirnyi, Hlavackova win US Open mixed doubles title
• Brewers: Braun personally calling individual fans
• Terror suspect pleads not guilty to murder attempt
• Job growth disappoints, offers cautionary note for Fed
• Explosion, fire destroys Southern California home

Zimmerman's wife seeks life insurance policy Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:50 PM PDT SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — George Zimmerman's wife is asking that he pay for a permanent life insurance policy with her named as the beneficiary, according to a divorce petition made public Friday.

Obama sits down with Russian rights activists Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:46 PM PDT ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) — Before leaving for home after the Group of 20 summit, President Barack Obama sat down with Russian civil society activists on Friday evening to assure them that he would keep pressing Moscow to respect human rights, some of the activists said. But Obama also explained to them why this wasn't always possible.

Zimmerman attorney O'Mara to be CNN legal analyst Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:46 PM PDT ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The Florida defense attorney who was the public face of George Zimmerman's legal team has signed on to be a legal analyst for CNN.

NASA launching robotic explorer to moon from Va. Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:42 PM PDT NASA is poised to return to the moon.

Obama moves to defuse spying row with Brazil, Mexico Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:42 PM PDT President Barack Obama vowed Friday to work with Brazil and Mexico to ease tensions over allegations that the US National Security Agency spied on the leaders of Latin America's powerhouses.

Report: Ohio kidnapper called victim's mother Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:42 PM PDT COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A spokeswoman for the city of Cleveland and its police department says records pertaining to deceased kidnapper Ariel Castro are being reviewed to determine what will be made public under Ohio law.

Samsung's new Galaxy Notes to go on sale in Oct. Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:41 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — Samsung said Friday that its new versions of its Galaxy Note smartphone and tablet, along with its new smartwatch, will go on sale in the U.S. next month.

US: Syrian chemical weapon stockpile barely dented Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:37 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. envoy to the United Nations says Syrian President Bashar Assad "has barely put a dent in his enormous stockpile" of chemical weapons that American officials believe killed more than 1,400 people outside Damascus last month.

CNN's 'Crossfire' will look for ceasefire Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:35 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — After the crossfire, CNN's new debating crew plans a "Ceasefire."

Biden says Napolitano deserves high court seat Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:35 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme Court Justice Janet Napolitano?

Nigeria military says killed 50 Boko Haram fighters Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:35 PM PDT Nigeria's military said Friday it had killed 50 Boko Haram Islamists in an operation in the northeast launched in response to an insurgent attack, in the latest violence to hit the region.

Gandolfini on screen again in 'Enough Said' Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:35 PM PDT TORONTO (AP) — After Nicole Holofcener cast James Gandolfini in her divorcee romantic comedy "Enough Said," the "Sopranos" actor kept suggesting she rethink her decision.

New rights worries over arrests in Egypt Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:35 PM PDT CAIRO (AP) — The detentions of an Egyptian labor lawyer and a journalist raised concerns among rights activists Friday that the military-backed government's crackdown on Islamists is expanding to silence other critics of its policies.

Reid introduces Syria resolution in Senate Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:33 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has formally introduced the resolution giving President Barack Obama the authority to use military force against Syria.

Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:33 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows:

Stocks rise despite jobs report, Syria tensions Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:33 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — The stock market edged higher Friday as traders held out hope for more economic stimulus from the Federal Reserve, while continuing to monitor the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Syria.

Bolt closes out season with another win Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:30 PM PDT BRUSSELS (AP) — Usain Bolt wrapped up his season with another win in the 100 meters, finishing in 9.80 seconds at the Memorial Van Damme.

FBI, DHS: No specific threat to 9/11 anniversary Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:30 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The government is aware of no credible or specific information that points to any terror plot tied to the anniversary of the September 2001 attacks, according to a new confidential threat assessment from the FBI and Homeland Security Department obtained by The Associated Press.

U.S. tightens embassy security in Lebanon and Turkey, warns Americans Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:30 PM PDT By Paul Eckert and Susan Heavey WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States tightened security at diplomatic missions in Lebanon and Turkey on Friday because of potential threats, ordering personnel out of Lebanon and offering to evacuate those in Adana in southeastern Turkey. The State Department also warned U.S. citizens against traveling in Lebanon and southeastern Turkey and urged Americans in the rest of Turkey "to be alert to the potential for violence. ...

Cat survives 11-story fall at Alaska apartment Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:29 PM PDT JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — A house cat in Alaska learned the hard way not to chase mosquitoes after following one out a window and falling 11 stories.

Jeff Koons' 'Balloon Dog' going to NYC auction Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:29 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — Jeff Koons' whimsical "Balloon Dog (Orange)" is going to auction Nov. 12 in New York City. The pre-sale estimate is $35 million to $55 million.

Iran is America's real Middle East priority Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:26 PM PDT By Ian Bremmer While we've been distracted by a flurry of intelligence releases on Syria's chemical weapons strikes — and the ongoing saga over the United States' response — many have overlooked another intelligence report pertaining to weapons of mass destruction with severe implications for America's red lines and credibility in the Middle East. The International Atomic Energy Agency, the world's nuclear watchdog, reported that "Iran plans to test about 1,000 advanced uranium enrichment centrifuges it has completed installing. ...

Hernandez pleads not guilty to murder indictment Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:26 PM PDT FALL RIVER, Mass. (AP) — Former New England Patriots star Aaron Hernandez pleaded not guilty to a first-degree murder charge Friday following his indictment in the killing of a friend authorities say was shot five times in an industrial park.

Athletics: Bolt wraps up golden season with Brussels win Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:53 PM PDT Jamaican track star Usain Bolt wrapped up another gold-laden year at the season-ending Diamond League meet on Friday with victory in 9.80sec in the 100m.

IOC weighs up major risks in 2020 Olympic vote Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:20 PM PDT BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — From the Fukushima nuclear leak to the war in Syria to Europe's economic crisis, the choice of the host city for the 2020 Olympics is fraught with risks.

Court blocks judge's attempt to undo rape sentence Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:16 PM PDT BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Montana's Supreme Court intervened in a rape case Friday to block a judge from resentencing a former teacher who got a mere 30 days in prison for his months-long relationship with a 14-year-old student.

Ticketmaster puts resale, unsold tickets in 1 spot Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:15 PM PDT LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fans of popular artists or sports teams know how hard it is to find good seats to live events at affordable prices.

E-cigarette use doubles among US teens: CDC study Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:12 PM PDT The number of American teens and preteens smoking electronic cigarettes doubled in 2012 over the year before -- a trend US health authorities called "deeply troubling" on Friday.

Knicks' J.R. Smith suspended 5 games Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:09 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — New York Knicks guard J.R. Smith was suspended without pay for five regular-season games by the NBA on Friday for violating the anti-drug program.

FDA study says amount of arsenic in rice is low Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:05 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration says consumers shouldn't worry too much about levels of arsenic in rice — but should vary their diets just in case.

35K expected at Mumford & Sons concert in Okla. Posted: 06 Sep 2013 12:01 PM PDT GUTHRIE, Okla. (AP) — The population of the Oklahoma town of Guthrie is expected to quadruple in size this weekend as more than 35,000 people descend on the area to watch British rockers Mumford & Sons perform on the second of three U.S. stops in the Gentlemen of the Road concert series.

A glance at Moscow's contested mayoral race Posted: 06 Sep 2013 11:59 AM PDT MOSCOW (AP) — Moscow is preparing for its first mayoral election in a decade. Though an incumbent backed by Vladimir Putin is expected to win handily, the entry of a charismatic opposition figure into the race is changing Russian politics in ways that could pose a challenge to the president's power in the years ahead. As Alexei Navalny holds his last rally in rain-soaked Moscow on Friday, here is a look at what could be a pivotal election.

In south Egypt, Islamists take over a town Posted: 06 Sep 2013 11:57 AM PDT DALGA, Egypt (AP) — The Coptic Orthodox priest would talk to his visitor only after hiding from the watchful eyes of the bearded Muslim outside, who sported a pistol bulging from under his robe.

Arizona woman on death row awaits release, retrial Posted: 06 Sep 2013 11:57 AM PDT PHOENIX (AP) — An Arizona woman who has spent more than two decades on death row awaited her release Friday, a day after a judge ruled that there was no direct evidence linking her to her son's death other than a purported confession to a detective whose honesty has been questioned.

Auriemma to coach US women's Olympic team again Posted: 06 Sep 2013 11:52 AM PDT STORRS, Conn. (AP) — Geno Auriemma is thrilled to be headed to Rio.

Mirnyi, Hlavackova win US Open mixed doubles title Posted: 06 Sep 2013 11:46 AM PDT Max Mirnyi of Belarus won his third US Open mixed doubles crown Friday, joining Czech Andrea Hlavackova to beat Mexican Santiago Gonzalez and American Abigail Spears 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 in the final.

Brewers: Braun personally calling individual fans Posted: 06 Sep 2013 11:44 AM PDT MILWAUKEE (AP) — Suspended Milwaukee Brewers slugger Ryan Braun is personally calling fans and offering an apology for using performance-enhancing drugs.

Terror suspect pleads not guilty to murder attempt Posted: 06 Sep 2013 11:40 AM PDT CHICAGO (AP) — A teenage terror suspect accused by the government of trying to set off what he thought was a bomb outside a Chicago bar pleaded not guilty Friday to new charges that he tried to have an FBI agent murdered from behind bars.

Job growth disappoints, offers cautionary note for Fed Posted: 06 Sep 2013 11:38 AM PDT By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. employers hired fewer workers than expected in August and the jobless rate hit a 4-1/2 year low as Americans gave up the search for work, complicating the Federal Reserve's decision on whether to scale back its massive monetary stimulus this month. Nonfarm payrolls increased by 169,000 jobs last month, the Labor Department said on Friday, falling short of the 180,000 Wall Street had expected and adding to signs that economic growth may have slowed a bit in the third quarter. ...

Explosion, fire destroys Southern California home Posted: 06 Sep 2013 11:35 AM PDT RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) — A fiery explosion caused by a possible gas leak leveled one Southern California home, damaged two others and shook the neighborhood before dawn Friday, jolting residents awake but causing no apparent injuries.

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