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Endangered right whales appear to be on the rebound

North Atlantic right whales, sort of the homely underdogs of the whale world, birthed a record number calves this year off the coast of the southeast United States, giving some scientists hope that the uber-rare and often overlooked species can recover. “For me, personally, it is a source of optimism,” said Barb Zoodsma, a marine mammal biologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. “I just think we’re on the right track.” The record 39 new calves — each of which weights about 3,000 pounds — were born off the Atlantic coast of Florida and Georgia

Commentary: Obama has best day as president

If a statesman is one who looks to the next generation and a politician one who looks to the next election, a political consultant must be one who looks to the next tracking poll. Well, I’ll go one better and just look at today — April 2, 2009. (CNN) — If a statesman is one who looks to the next generation and a politician one who looks to the next election, a political consultant must be one who looks to the next tracking poll

Mexico sack Eriksson after Honduras defeat

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has been sacked as coach of the Mexican national team after disappointing results in their World Cup qualifying campaign. Mexico lost 3-1 to Honduras on Wednesday night to leave them fourth in the CONCACAF group with just three points

Seven arrested as protesters focus on G-20 summit venue

Scattered demonstrations were taking place around East London as the G-20 summit got under way Thursday, but they were far smaller than the protests seen a day earlier. A total of seven people had been arrested by the early afternoon, police said

The Queen and Mrs. Obama: Did the First Lady Break Protocol?

The rules are set in stone and so the eagerly watching British media sputtered when the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, briefly put her hand on the back of the Queen Elizabeth II as the two chatted at a reception.

Celebrity chef Oliver reveals menu for G-20 leaders

Celebrity Chef Jamie Oliver will serve a dinner of Scottish organic salmon, Welsh lamb and a traditional Bakewell Tart for G-20 leaders at the prime minister’s residence Wednesday. Oliver will use traditional ingredients and recipes inspired from England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales and the Channel Islands for the dinner at 10 Downing Street, a statement on his Web site said

Reports: Shearer set to manage Newcastle United

Alan Shearer is to make his keenly awaited return to Newcastle United in a bid to save the Premiership club from being relegated, UK media have reported. An announcement confirming the appointment is expected from St. James’ Park Wednesday, according to reports

Obama, Brown: G-20 must agree tough new rules for banks

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London prepares for ‘unprecedented’ G-20 protests

U.S. President Barack Obama arrived for early morning talks at Downing Street Wednesday with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, as London braced itself for massive protests ahead of Thursday’s G-20 summit. The summit brings together leaders and financial chiefs from the top 20 industrialized and emerging economies, along with leaders from non-G-20 nations

London braces for ‘unprecedented’ protests

London prepared on Wednesday for what police warned could be "unprecedented" mass protests by anti-capitalist and climate change campaigners ahead of Thursday’s G-20 economic summit. Metropolitan Police leaders were prepared to deploy a large number of officers to maintain public order.