On the edge: Florida panthers stand close to disappearing (Marco Eagle) Its snarling image adorns countless sports team jerseys, refrigerator magnets and license plates. But its pop cultural prevalence belies a painful truth: The Florida panther stands as close to disappearing as any living thing on the planet. In this three-part series, the Daily News examines the challenges that the panther faces at this new crossroads and what must be done to help an underdog ......more...On the edge: Florida panthers stand close to disappearing (Bonita Daily News) Its snarling image adorns countless sports team jerseys, refrigerator magnets and license plates. But its pop cultural prevalence belies a painful truth: The Florida panther stands as close to disappearing as any living thing on the planet....more... U.S. is opposed to extending Microsoft sanctions (InfoWorld) The U.S. Department of Justice said it will not seek to extend the restrictions placed on Microsoft's business practices following its antitrust settlement with the U.S. government in 2002. Many of the restrictions are due to expire Nov. 12, and last week several U.S. states filed motions in favor of extending them for a further five years. Four of those states -- New York, Maryland, ......more... SNP gathers forces to fight Trident missile replacement (The Scotsman) THE Scottish Government yesterday took the first steps towards stopping a new nuclear weapons system being stationed in Scotland....more... 10-18-07 EUR ALL ON ONE PAGE (Eurweb) POLICE SAY DIDDY WILL BE CHARGED WITH ASSAULT: Alleged victim says his meeting with mogul to patch things up didn't work....more... Secrecy shrouds disciplined teachers (The Columbus Dispatch) Parents can learn more about the misconduct of hairdressers, doctors and landscape architects than about the adults entrusted to teach, coach and care for their children. ...more... |