May 09, 2008
Middle East
An escalation of violence in Lebanon
By John Hockenberry, Adaora Udoji, Noel King May 09, 2008, 05:45 AM
Lebanon was gripped by violence Thursday as supporters of the Western-backed government and opposition Hezbollah clashed in the streets, following the government’s decision to shut down Hezbollah’s private phone network. The fighting sparked fears of a new civil war.
Vote 2008
Inside the mind of a superdelegate
By John Hockenberry, Adaora Udoji, Mary Harris May 09, 2008, 06:11 AM
About 275 of the Democratic superdelegates have not endorsed a candidate — they may be the tiebreakers in the nomination contest. So, what's on an uncommitted superdelegate’s mind these days? We check in with one to find out.
Movies, Media
Middle-class actors need love too
By John Hockenberry and Adaora Udoji May 09, 2008, 10:33 AM
Contract negotiations between the Screen Actors Guild and major Hollywood studios broke down earlier this week. The studios have offered to resume talks on May 28. The actor's contract terminates on June 30.
Vote 2008, Politics
For Hillary, breaking up is hard to do
By John Hockenberry, Adaora Udoji, Mary Harris May 09, 2008, 06:39 AM
Splitting from your guy or gal is hard enough. So how do you break up with the entire electorate? "Breakup Girl" Lynn Harris tells The Takeaway how Senator Hillary Clinton could exit gracefully from the race for the Democratic nomination.
Movies
This week's movie mashup
By John Hockenberry, Adaora Udoji, Jim Colgan May 09, 2008, 06:27 AM
The Takeaway gives you the trailer of all trailers... of trailers. On the big screen this week: Surfwise, Speed Racer and What Happens in Vegas.
Middle East
The Olmert inquiry
By John Hockenberry, Adaora Udoji, Corey Takahashi May 09, 2008, 06:27 AM
Economy, Politics
What would you tax to fix your state’s budget crisis?
By John Hockenberry, Adaora Udoji, Adnaan Wasey May 09, 2008, 09:53 AM
At least 28 states and the District of Columbia are expected to face budget shortfalls next year. What would you tax to fix your state’s budget crisis? Gas guzzlers? Beer? MP3s? Porn?
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Chart: State deficits, 2008-2009
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