Ecuador defaults on loan: Skips $31 million interest payment.

Canada to subsidize rescue of US automakers: A little help from our friends.

Political action: Leaked GOP memo shows a political angle behind Detroit bailout.

Blagojevich hanging tough: Illinois AG goes to State Supreme Court.

Pakistan: Internal maneuvers of civilians, militants, media and army.

Twilight Exit move: Possible conflict between new location and Garfield.

McCain's used blackberries: Campaign garage sale goldmine for reporters.

Old brains: Really old.

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