Back-to-back bombings kill 46 in central Nigerian city Jos

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• Back-to-back bombings kill 46 in central Nigerian city Jos
• DOD: Russian troops not moving from Ukraine border
• Microsoft takes aim at laptops with new Surface tablet
• Ukraine's hobbled navy: 'Times are not the best'
• Campaign finance reports put voters on notice
• Libya: Election set for June in bid to ease crisis
• Police: 2 blasts in Nigeria city, kill at least 46
• USDA delays whole grains requirement for schools
• New Pacquiao deal dims Mayweather fight hopes
• Republicans facing off _ for chance to face Dems
• Industry: Bakken oil not more risky than others
• Ex-players sue NFL over use of painkillers
• Obama hosts CEOs whose firms are investing in US
• Tons of drowned livestock a new Balkan threat
• Prisoner freed 90 years early plans to appeal
• Amanda Peet has deal for children's book
• Pennsylvania gay marriage ban overturned by judge
• Police say at least 46 dead in twin car bombs at bus station, market in Nigerian city of Jos
• BET to air discussion about Nigerian kidnapping
• Critics slam Gosling's 'Lost River' in Cannes
• US settles case over law school admissions tests
• Motive probed in death of 'Shield' actor's wife
• Weak results at retailers drag US stocks lower
• Campaign reports: Big spending aimed at November
• 2 blasts hit central Nigeria city, kill dozens
• Browns opening Manziel practice to national media
• French arrest 4 allegedly linked to neo-Nazi group
• For 25th anniversary, Beard awards move to Chicago
• Judge strikes down Pennsylvania law barring gay marriage
• Replacements named for Broadway's Cinderella
• CANNES WATCH: 'It Follows' scares up buzz
• 'Islamic Jew-hatred' ads appear on Washington buses
• GM recalls another 2.6 million vehicles, doubles second-quarter charge
• House approves $12 billion-plus water bill
• US: Thai martial law doesn't trigger sanctions
• Prisoner freed 90 years early says he's reformed
• No vote on expanded playoffs till fall at earliest
• US official warns of 'nationwide heroin crisis'
• Vatican denies ex-No. 2 probed for 15M transfer
• White House upset with House defense bill

Back-to-back bombings kill 46 in central Nigerian city Jos Posted: 20 May 2014 12:27 PM PDT By Adamu Jonah and Anamesere Igboeroteonwu JOS (Reuters) - Back-to-back bomb blasts killed at least 46 people and wounded 45 in the crowded business district of the central Nigerian city of Jos on Tuesday, police said, in an attack that appeared to bear the hallmarks of Boko Haram insurgents. There was no immediate claim of responsibility, but the militant Boko Haram, which has set off bombs across the north and center of Nigeria in an increasingly bloody campaign for an Islamic state, was likely to be the prime suspect. Boko Haram grabbed world headlines by abducting more than 200 schoolgirls over a month ago from the northeast village of Chibok. If the Jos attack was the handiwork of Boko Haram, it would show their growing reach in Africa's top oil producing and most populous country, striking out beyond their heartlands in Nigeria's semi-arid and weakly governed northeast.

DOD: Russian troops not moving from Ukraine border Posted: 20 May 2014 12:13 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon says there are still no signs that Russia is withdrawing its troops from the Ukraine border, despite Moscow's claim that the order to pull out has been given.

Microsoft takes aim at laptops with new Surface tablet Posted: 20 May 2014 12:10 PM PDT Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled a new Surface Pro tablet designed as a powerful all-purpose computer fit to replace a laptop. Surface Pro 3 was touted as slimmer, bigger and more powerful than its predecessor and crafted for a world in which people want to work as well as play on tablets. "We want products and technologies that enable people to dream and get stuff done," Microsoft chief Satya Nadella said at a press event in New York. "We are super proud of Surface Pro 3," Microsoft corporate vice president Panos Panay said while introducing the tablet at the event.

Ukraine's hobbled navy: 'Times are not the best' Posted: 20 May 2014 12:09 PM PDT ODESSA, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine's navy is in Odessa's harbor, though it can be hard to spot.

Campaign finance reports put voters on notice Posted: 20 May 2014 12:31 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Political committees and groups offered clues to their influence as campaign finance filings dribbled out Tuesday and nomination fights morphed into an all-out battle for control of the Senate.

Libya: Election set for June in bid to ease crisis Posted: 20 May 2014 12:06 PM PDT TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) — Libya's election commission set new parliamentary elections for next month, trying on Tuesday to find a peaceful resolution to a crisis triggered by a renegade general's efforts to crush Islamist militias and his demand that the Islamist-led legislature disband for allegedly supporting extremism.

Police: 2 blasts in Nigeria city, kill at least 46 Posted: 20 May 2014 12:03 PM PDT JOS, Nigeria (AP) — The police spokeswoman for Plateau state says twin car bombs that exploded at a bustling bus terminal in Nigeria's central city of Jos have killed at least 46 people.

USDA delays whole grains requirement for schools Posted: 20 May 2014 12:49 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The Agriculture Department will allow some schools to delay adding more whole-grain foods to meals this year, responding to criticism from school nutrition officials and Congress that the standards were too difficult to put in place.

New Pacquiao deal dims Mayweather fight hopes Posted: 20 May 2014 12:02 PM PDT Manny Pacquiao extended his promotional deal with Top Rank chief executive Bob Arum through the end of 2016, likely scuttling any chance he will fight unbeaten US rival Floyd Mayweather. Fans have long sought a showdown between Filipino southpaw Pacquiao, 56-5 with two drawn and 38 knockouts, and Mayweather, 46-0 with 26 knockouts. But Mayweather, 37, has vowed never to fight Pacquiao while he is promoted by Arum and the new deal carries Pacquiao, 35, to the point where he has indicated he would likely conclude his career. "We are pleased that together with our partners at HBO we will continue presenting to the public fights of the great Manny Pacquiao through the end of 2016," Arum said.

Republicans facing off _ for chance to face Dems Posted: 20 May 2014 01:26 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell looked to vanquish a tea party challenger in Kentucky, and nearly a dozen candidates vied Tuesday night for spots on the Georgia ballot for fall elections that will decide control of the U.S. Senate, highlights of primaries that spread across six states.

Industry: Bakken oil not more risky than others Posted: 20 May 2014 12:27 PM PDT BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Oil industry representatives are pushing back against tougher rules for rail cars carrying crude despite a string of fiery accidents and insisting that oil shipped by train from the Northern Plains is no more dangerous than some other cargoes.

Ex-players sue NFL over use of painkillers Posted: 20 May 2014 01:25 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Opening another legal attack on the NFL over the long-term health of its athletes, a group of retired players accused the league in a lawsuit Tuesday of cynically supplying them with powerful painkillers and other drugs that kept them in the game but led to serious complications down the road.

Obama hosts CEOs whose firms are investing in US Posted: 20 May 2014 11:58 AM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — It's the yin and the yang of the U.S. corporate climate.

Tons of drowned livestock a new Balkan threat Posted: 20 May 2014 11:58 AM PDT A new calamity emerged Tuesday in the flood-hit Balkans even as emergency workers battled overflowing rivers and evacuated thousands: tons of drowned livestock were posing a health hazard.

Prisoner freed 90 years early plans to appeal Posted: 20 May 2014 11:55 AM PDT DENVER (AP) — An attorney for a Colorado convict who returned to prison after being mistakenly released 90 years early says he will appeal the man's incarceration.

Amanda Peet has deal for children's book Posted: 20 May 2014 11:54 AM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — Are you there, Santa? Amanda Peet is calling.

Pennsylvania gay marriage ban overturned by judge Posted: 20 May 2014 12:25 PM PDT PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Pennsylvania's ban on gay marriage was overturned by a federal judge Tuesday in a decision that legalizes same-sex marriage throughout the Northeast.

Police say at least 46 dead in twin car bombs at bus station, market in Nigerian city of Jos Posted: 20 May 2014 11:51 AM PDT JOS, Nigeria (AP) — Police say at least 46 dead in twin car bombs at bus station, market in Nigerian city of Jos.

BET to air discussion about Nigerian kidnapping Posted: 20 May 2014 11:50 AM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — The BET television network is airing a special discussion this week on the sexual exploitation of children, an idea set in motion by the kidnapping of nearly 300 Nigerian schoolgirls by Islamic extremists.

Critics slam Gosling's 'Lost River' in Cannes Posted: 20 May 2014 11:49 AM PDT CANNES, France (AP) — Ryan Gosling debuted as a film director at the Cannes Film Festival with a stylish, theatrical fable that critics quickly slammed.

US settles case over law school admissions tests Posted: 20 May 2014 11:46 AM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The organization that administers the Law School Admission Test has agreed to pay roughly $7.7 million to settle allegations that it discriminated against students who sought extra time to take the exam.

Motive probed in death of 'Shield' actor's wife Posted: 20 May 2014 11:46 AM PDT LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles police say they're investigating marital and financial difficulties as possible motives in the case of actor Michael Jace, who is accused of killing his wife.

Weak results at retailers drag US stocks lower Posted: 20 May 2014 01:08 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are closing lower after several major retailers reported disappointing results.

Campaign reports: Big spending aimed at November Posted: 20 May 2014 11:42 AM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — Political committees and groups are offering clues to their influence in campaign finance filings as they head into an all-out battle for control of the Senate.

2 blasts hit central Nigeria city, kill dozens Posted: 20 May 2014 11:41 AM PDT JOS, Nigeria (AP) — Two car bombs exploded at a bustling bus terminal and market in Nigeria's central city of Jos on Tuesday, and witnesses said dozens of people were killed.

Browns opening Manziel practice to national media Posted: 20 May 2014 11:40 AM PDT CLEVELAND (AP) — This week, everyone gets to watch Johnny play football.

French arrest 4 allegedly linked to neo-Nazi group Posted: 20 May 2014 11:40 AM PDT PARIS (AP) — French police have arrested four people in a sweep against a suspected neo-Nazi group behind a Web posting that threatened violence.

For 25th anniversary, Beard awards move to Chicago Posted: 20 May 2014 12:36 PM PDT Chicago is adding another jewel to its culinary crown. After 24 years in the Big Apple, the James Beard Foundation awards ceremony is moving to the Windy City next year.

Judge strikes down Pennsylvania law barring gay marriage Posted: 20 May 2014 12:57 PM PDT By David DeKok HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania (Reuters) - Pennsylvania's ban on same-sex marriage was struck down by a federal judge on Tuesday in the latest court decision in the United States confirming gay couples' rights to wed. Finding Pennsylvania's 1996 Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional, U.S. District Court Judge John Jones III wrote: "By virtue of this ruling, same-sex couples who seek to marry in Pennsylvania may do so, and already married same-sex couples will be recognized as such in the Commonwealth." The ruling makes Pennsylvania the 19th U.S. state where gay marriage is allowed, a movement that has gained momentum since the Supreme Court ruled last June that legally married same-sex couples are eligible for federal benefits. Most recent court rulings allowing gay marriage have included a stay pending appeal, but Jones' ruling does not. There is, however, a three-day waiting period for all weddings in Pennsylvania.

Replacements named for Broadway's Cinderella Posted: 20 May 2014 11:33 AM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — Paige Faure will trade one Broadway show for another next month when she leaves "Bullets Over Broadway" and take over the role of Cinderella from pop star Carly Rae Jepsen.

CANNES WATCH: 'It Follows' scares up buzz Posted: 20 May 2014 11:32 AM PDT CANNES, France (AP) — It can be hard to stand out amid the hundreds of screenings at Cannes' sprawling festival. But this year, a little American indie has captured international attention with well-crafted horror.

'Islamic Jew-hatred' ads appear on Washington buses Posted: 20 May 2014 11:32 AM PDT Washington (AFP) - Bus ads linking "Islamic Jew-hatred" Islam with Adolf Hitler are out on the streets of Washington, and the US capital's mass transit authority said Tuesday it is legally powerless to ban them.

GM recalls another 2.6 million vehicles, doubles second-quarter charge Posted: 20 May 2014 11:31 AM PDT GM has been criticized by safety advocates and fined by U.S. safety regulators for not catching the faulty switch earlier. GM also said on Tuesday that it is doubling the charge it expects to take in the second quarter to about $400 million, mostly for recall-related repairs. In the first quarter, GM took a charge of $1.3 billion, mostly related to the ignition switch recall. GM said there have been no fatalities associated with the latest recalls.

House approves $12 billion-plus water bill Posted: 20 May 2014 11:29 AM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed the closest thing so far this year to an infrastructure bill — a $12 billion-plus bipartisan measure authorizing 34 water projects, ranging from flood protection in California and North Dakota to deepening the Port of Savannah and widening a Texas-Louisiana waterway that services the oil industry.

US: Thai martial law doesn't trigger sanctions Posted: 20 May 2014 11:29 AM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States says the Thai military's declaration of martial law is allowed by the nation's constitution and its actions to date won't trigger sanctions.

Prisoner freed 90 years early says he's reformed Posted: 20 May 2014 11:28 AM PDT DENVER (AP) — A victim of a Colorado convict who returned to prison after being mistakenly released 90 years early says the man got the sentence he deserved even if he reformed his life during nearly six years of freedom.

No vote on expanded playoffs till fall at earliest Posted: 20 May 2014 11:22 AM PDT ATLANTA (AP) — NFL owners tabled any vote expanding the playoffs to 14 teams at their spring meetings Tuesday.

US official warns of 'nationwide heroin crisis' Posted: 20 May 2014 11:22 AM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — A top U.S. drug official says the United States is facing a "nationwide heroin crisis."

Vatican denies ex-No. 2 probed for 15M transfer Posted: 20 May 2014 11:22 AM PDT VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican has denied that its former No. 2 is under criminal investigation for allegedly misusing 15 million euros. But it didn't rule out that the transaction is being looked at as part of a Pope Francis-mandated fact-finding inquiry into the operations of the Vatican bank.

White House upset with House defense bill Posted: 20 May 2014 11:19 AM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is escalating an election-year dispute with Congress over military spending as lawmakers bucked the Pentagon and spared favorite ships and aircraft despite diminishing budgets.

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