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Michael ABIRI » NY » 10003
Contributor Candidate or PAC Amount Date FEC Filing
ABIRI, MICHAEL M MD DR
NEW YORK, NY 10003
NATIONAL REPUBLICAN CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEE CONTRIBUTIONS (R)		$600
primary		10/13/00
ABIRI, MICHAEL MD DR
NEW YORK, NY 10003
NRCCC - NON FEDERAL #1		$500
primary		03/08/00
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 HEADLINES — Saturday, November 28th, 2009

Iranian Lawmaker: Iran Could Leave Nuclear Treaty
A conservative Iranian legislator warned Saturday that his country may pull out of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty after a U.N. resolution censuring Tehran — a move that could seriously undermine world attempts to prevent Iran from developing atomic weapons.
Ali Akbar Dareini, AP NEWS - 3 minutes ago

US Man Wanted for Ecoterror Sentenced in China
An American man wanted for ecoterrorism attacks in the western United States has been sentenced to three years in a Chinese prison for making illegal drugs.
Staff, AP NEWS - 11 minutes ago

Ohio Inmate Seeks Hearing Over Execution Method
An Ohio inmate fighting the state’s new execution procedure is asking a federal court to intervene.
Staff, AP NEWS - 34 minutes ago

Honduras Economy Down.
The political crisis in Honduras following the ousting of President Manuel Zelaya in a June coup is starving the country’s already weak economy of cash, say analysts.
Reuters Video, REUTERS NEWS VIDEO - 37 minutes ago

Black Friday Store Spending Edges Up; Online Soars
Shoppers who endured long lines and sometimes-frigid temperatures spent only slightly more during their Black Friday shopping sprees than they did last year, according to data released Saturday by a research firm.
Ashley M. Heher, AP NEWS - 40 minutes ago

Text-A-Tip Programs Allow Tipsters to Help Police
A mother in Boston tells police her 8-year-old boy was shot to death in their apartment by gunmen in hooded sweat shirts during a home invasion.
Denise Lavoie, AP NEWS - 43 minutes ago

10,000 E. African Albinos in Hiding After Killings
The mistaken belief that albino body parts have magical powers has driven thousands of Africa’s albinos into hiding, fearful of losing their lives and limbs to unscrupulous dealers who can make up to $75,000 selling a complete dismembered set.
Tom Odula, AP NEWS - 44 minutes ago

Boston Woman Delivers Grandchild on Thanksgiving
A Boston woman says she was forced to split her time between helping her daughter deliver a baby at home and cooking Thanksgiving dinner.
Staff, AP NEWS - 47 minutes ago

Police: Woods, Wife Unavailable for Interview
The Florida Highway Patrol says Tiger Woods and his wife, Elin, are not available to be interviewed by state troopers and asked police to return Sunday to try to clear up questions about how he crashed his SUV into a neighbor’s tree.
Fred Goodall, AP NEWS - 48 minutes ago

CORRECTS Louisiana Interstate Crash Story
(Stations: Please substitute the following for V3043, slugged Louisiana Interstate Crash, which moved at 2:22 p.m. Eastern time. The new version CORRECTS number in van to 15 and number in critical condition to 10.)
Staff, AP NEWS - 50 minutes ago

Longtime CBS News Producer Bernard Birnbaum Dies
CBS News producer Bernard Birnbaum, who helped shape the public’s view of issues ranging from poverty to the Watergate scandal while working alongside Walter Cronkite and Charles Kuralt, has died, the network said.
Jennifer Peltz, AP NEWS - 51 minutes ago

Former McCain Home Goes Up for Auction
A former home of Arizona Sen. John McCain is scheduled to go up for auction next week.
Staff, AP NEWS - 58 minutes ago

Commonwealth Throws Weight Behind Climate Talks
Commonwealth leaders representing two billion people on the planet on Saturday threw their combined weight behind upcoming climate talks, driving momentum towards a new carbon-cutting treaty.
Afp, AFP GLOBAL EDITION - 59 minutes ago

Commonwealth Throws Weight Behind Climate Talks
Commonwealth leaders representing two billion people on Saturday threw their combined weight behind upcoming climate talks, driving momentum towards a new carbon-cutting treaty.
Afp, AFP GLOBAL EDITION - 59 minutes ago

US Vice President Urges Iraq to Resolve Vote Issue
Vice President Joseph Biden on Saturday contacted top Iraqi politicians to praise their efforts in seeking a compromise solution to their election scheduling problems.
Afp, AFP GLOBAL EDITION - 59 minutes ago

British PM Aims to Set Afghan Goals for Troops' Exit
Britain aims to set clear goals in Afghanistan at top-level talks next year to help bring its troops home, Prime Minister Gordon Brown said Saturday, amid public anger at the rising death toll.
Afp, AFP GLOBAL EDITION - 59 minutes ago

Talks to Set Afghan Goals for British Troop Exit
Britain aims to set clear goals in Afghanistan at top-level talks next year to move towards bringing its troops home, Prime Minister Gordon Brown said Saturday amid public anger at the war.
Afp, AFP GLOBAL EDITION - 59 minutes ago

Imperious All Blacks Put France to the Sword
New Zealand continued their unbeaten tour of the northern hemisphere with a comprehensive 39-12 win over France here on Saturday thanks to their commitment to a running style of rugby.
Afp, AFP ASIAN EDITION - 59 minutes ago

Number of US Diabetics to Double in 25 Years: Study
The number of Americans with diabetes will nearly double over the next 25 years, rising from 23.7 million in 2009 to 44.1 million in 2034, according to a study by the University of Chicago.
Afp, AFP AMERICAN EDITION - 59 minutes ago

Cuche Wins Lake Louise Downhill
Switzerland’s Didier Cuche kicked off the first speed races of the Alpine World Cup season Saturday by winning the downhill on Lake Louise’s Whitehorn Mountain course.
Afp, AFP AMERICAN EDITION - 59 minutes ago

Dubai Looks to Oil-Rich Neighbor for Possible Aid
As world markets absorbed the shock of Dubai’s debt crisis, the ruler of the once-booming city-state left town for an important meeting in a desert palace. His hosts: the leaders of neighboring Abu Dhabi whose balance sheets are flush with oil revenue.
Brian Murphy, AP NEWS - 63 minutes ago

Child, Gunman Killed in Northern NJ Shootings
Police in northern New Jersey say a man chased down and shot a woman and her two young sons — killing one boy — before he was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer .
Staff, AP NEWS - 65 minutes ago

 5 pm
La. Interstate Crash Kills 5; Critically Hurts 10 4:55 PM
Cleveland Bodies Case Hard on Nearby Sausage Shop 4:55 PM
Obama at Hoops Game to See Brother-In-Law’s Team 4:54 PM
For Stars, High-Tech Gaffes Hard to Hide 4:46 PM
Families Claim Bodies. 4:32 PM
Police: Blaze in NY Walmart’s Xmas-Tree Section 4:27 PM
Ohio School District Sues Over Air Pollution 4:25 PM
Last Aircraft Leave Closing Maine Navy Base 4:19 PM
LA Times Sports Writer Mike Penner Dead at 52 4:19 PM
Wis. Police Report 4 Shot in Madison Duplex 4:19 PM
German Energy Firm RWE Vows CO2 Emission Cuts: Report 4:10 PM
Berlusconi Says Would Like to ‘Strangle’ Writers 4:10 PM
Outraged Saudis Blast Govt After Deadly Jeddah Flood 4:10 PM
Hondurans Fearful Ahead of Disputed Polls 4:10 PM
Hajj Winds Up With Last Prayers, Souvenir Rush 4:10 PM
Spain Wants EU-Cuba Agreement in First Half of 2010 4:10 PM
Croatia to Spend 550 Million Euros for EU Adjustments: PM 4:10 PM
Merkel Says ‘Critical’ Need for German Bank Lending 4:10 PM
French Classical Pianist Genevieve Joy Dies at 90 4:10 PM
Namibian Polls Close as Opposition Claim Irregularities 4:10 PM
Togo Opposition Protest to Call for Election Reform 4:10 PM
Australia Finish With Welsh Flourish 4:10 PM
Spanish Nationality Offered to W.Sahara Hunger Striker 4:10 PM
Three Americans Die in Shanghai Plane Crash: Officials 4:10 PM
16 Missing in China Mine Accident: Government 4:10 PM
Police to Interview Woods After Car Crash 4:10 PM
Police to Interview Woods After Car Crash 4:10 PM
Canada, India Ready Nuclear Energy Agreement 4:10 PM
Afghanistan, Iraq: Different Wars 4:05 PM
Leaders Say Momentum Building on Climate Change 4:04 PM
 4 pm
Canada Close to Nuclear Deal With India 3:56 PM
La. Interstate Crash Kills 5; Critically Hurts 8 3:49 PM
Car Smashes Into Pa. Day Care Center; 1 Hurt 3:44 PM
Understanding the Pros and Cons of Health Overhaul 3:23 PM
Report: Black Friday Store Spending Up 0.5 Percent 3:23 PM
Bernanke Makes Case for Strong Fed Role on Banks 3:19 PM
Biden to Iraq Leaders: Settle Election Law Dispute 3:17 PM
NYC’s ‘Sidewalk Santas’ Sidelined Due to Economy 3:17 PM
Commonwealth Throws Full Weight Behind Climate Talks 3:10 PM
Iraq Resumes Oil Exports to Turkey After Pipeline Sabotage 3:10 PM
Secular Jews Protest at Ultra-Orthodox Jerusalem Demos 3:10 PM
At Least 33 Die in Bangladesh Ferry Accident: Police 3:10 PM
I’m a Federalist But Not Fundamentalist: Incoming EU President 3:10 PM
Chilean, Argentine Presidents Mark Peace Treaty With Pope 3:10 PM
Police, Protesters Clash Ahead of WTO Conference 3:10 PM
Madagascar Mediator to Visit Island Next Week 3:10 PM
Logging Barges Sink in DR Congo, 73 Dead: Red Cross, Media 3:10 PM
At Least 73 Dead in DR Congo Boat Accident: Red Cross 3:10 PM
Defence Begins Summing Up in Kercher in Italy 3:10 PM
Rooney Hat-Trick Keeps United on Chelsea’s Heels 3:10 PM
India Says ‘No Need to Press Panic Button’ Over Dubai Debt 3:10 PM
American Lanning Crashes in Downhill 3:10 PM
Journalist Who Made Headlines With Gender Struggle Dies 3:10 PM
First Lawsuit Starts in China Milk Scandal: State Media 3:10 PM
New Commanders at Embattled ND Base Vow Perfection 3:09 PM
Longtime CBS News Producer Bernard Birnbaum Dies 3:06 PM
 3 pm
Relative Sought in 4 Fla. Thanksgiving Killings 2:52 PM
New Commanders at Embattled ND Base Vow Perfection 2:52 PM
Car Smashes Into Pa. Day Care Center; 1 Hurt 2:32 PM
Saddam Was Telling Truth in Missing Gulf War Pilot 2:26 PM
La. Interstate Crash Kills 5; Critically Hurts 8 2:22 PM
Lima Apologizes to Afro-Peruvians for Abuses 2:10 PM
India Gives Conditional Green Light to Emission Cuts 2:10 PM
Dubai Blackout Over Debt Plans to Hit Gulf Markets 2:10 PM
Brown Aims to Set Afghan Goals for Troops' Exit 2:10 PM
Iran Will Make Own Nuclear Fuel If IAEA Deal Fails: Cleric 2:10 PM
Bomb Attack Blamed in Deadly Russia Train Disaster 2:10 PM
Pakistan’s President Hands Over Nuclear Powers 2:10 PM
Attack on Russian Train Kills Up to 39: Officials 2:10 PM
‘At Least 73 Dead’ in DR.Congo Boat Accident 2:10 PM
Mali Opens Judicial Probe Into Suspected Cocaine Plane 2:10 PM
Hershey Fits Cadbury Outlook: Chief Exec 2:10 PM
Scottish Win Proves Pumas' World Cup Credentials: Coach 2:10 PM
Celtic Back on Top as Rangers Slip Up 2:10 PM
Pumas Thwart Scottish Clean Sweep 2:10 PM
Police to Interview Woods After Car Crash 2:10 PM
Rat Pack: Scientists Warming Up to African Rodent 2:06 PM
Early Indicators of Black Friday Sales Promising 2:05 PM
Wis. Police Report 4 Shot in Madison Duplex 2:03 PM
 2 pm
Domestic Abuse Cases Proceed — Even Without Victim 1:50 PM
Bangladesh Ferry Capsizes at Dock; 37 Dead 1:47 PM
Pakistani President Turns Over Nuclear Authority 1:43 PM
Russia: Bomb Caused Train Crash That Killed 26 1:42 PM
Last Planes Leave Closing Navy Base in Maine 1:41 PM
SC WWII Vet’s Battle Ends in Gunshot at VA Clinic 1:38 PM
9 Injured During Fireworks Mishap Near Pittsburgh 1:33 PM
Pa. City Torn by Racial Strife Elects Black Mayor 1:22 PM
3 Americans Die in Cargo Plane Crash in China 1:22 PM
GM Says Production at Ohio Plant to End Jan. 29 1:15 PM
Russia: Bomb Caused Train Crash That Killed 26 1:14 PM
Text-A-Tip Programs Allow Tipsters to Help Police 1:11 PM
IPhone’s Debut in S.Korea Means Paradigm Shift: Experts 1:10 PM
Unlikely Politician Tries Comeback in Mexico 1:10 PM
Rooney Ruins Grant’s Big Day 1:10 PM
Italy End 13-Match Losing Streak With Samoa Success 1:10 PM
Bomb Caused Russian Train Crash 1:01 PM
 1 pm
Raul Castro Praises Cuban Army as Well Prepared 12:58 PM
Pakistani President Turns Over Nuclear Authority 12:58 PM
Knox’s Parents Investigated for Defamation 12:48 PM
Pa. City Torn by Racial Strife Elects Black Mayor 12:44 PM
Domestic Abuse Cases Proceed — Even Without Victim 12:43 PM
Ski Resorts Fight Global Warming; Utah Gov Unsure 12:42 PM
Police to Talk to Woods About Accident 12:40 PM
Kennedy to Speak on Health Care After Church Feud 12:38 PM
Dinner Crashers Shook Hands With President Obama 12:28 PM
Taiwan Honors Local Film at Chinese Oscars 12:20 PM
SC WWII Vet’s Battle Ends in Gunshot at VA Clinic 12:16 PM
Wis. Police Report 4 Shot in Domestic Incident 12:11 PM
Hajj Winds Up With Last Prayers, Souvenir Rush 12:10 PM
Woods Suffers Face Cuts in Minor Car Crash 12:10 PM
Hajj Winds Up With Last Prayers, Souvenir Rush 12:10 PM
Lebanon’s Other Women ‘Out’ in Force 12:10 PM
Carlos the Jackal Was ‘Revolutionary’: Chavez 12:10 PM
Libya Barred From Davos Forum Over Row With Switzerland 12:10 PM
Former Finance Chief Jailed, Fined in Rwanda 12:10 PM
Defence Summing Up in Kercher Murder Trial in Italy 12:10 PM
US ‘Deeply Saddened’ by Russia Train Crash: White House 12:10 PM
US Cave to Be Sealed After Spelunker’s Death 12:10 PM
Anthony Blitzes Knicks With 50 Points 12:10 PM
Police: Murderous Moose a Suspect in Swedish Death 12:07 PM
Santas and Angels Gather in Berlin 12:01 PM
 12 pm
Sahara Activist Reported Weak From Hunger Strike 11:57 AM
Afghanistan to Be Given Timetable for Progress 11:55 AM
76-Year Old Accused of Killing Son on Thanksgiving 11:52 AM
Cleveland Bodies Case Hard on Nearby Sausage Shop 11:43 AM
Wis. Police Report 4 Shot in Domestic Incident 11:31 AM
US Pay Czar OKs Changes for 2 Top BofA Executives 11:27 AM
Hajj Devil Stoning Ritual Biggest Swine Flu Risk 11:17 AM
Final Day of Voting in Namibia 11:10 AM
Saudis Blast Govt After Deadly Jeddah Flood 11:10 AM
Attack on Russian Train Kills Up to 39: Officials 11:10 AM
Al-Qaeda, Somali Rebels Cooperate: AU Commander 11:10 AM
Swiss Ready Polanski’s Chalet for House Arrest 11:08 AM
Safer Stoning at Haj 11:01 AM
 11 am
Big Challenge for Obama: Retain Hispanic Support 10:45 AM
Carbon Credits Spell New Future for Forests 10:40 AM
A List of Winners at Taiwan’s Golden Horse Awards 10:28 AM
Taiwanese Drama Big Winner at Chinese Oscars 10:26 AM
Russia: Bomb Caused Train Crash That Killed 26 10:17 AM
Dubai Ruler’s Dream Turns to Debt Nightmare 10:10 AM
Russian Train Crash Kills 39, Terrorism Suspected 10:10 AM
Hotel Owners, Like Home Owners, Behind on Payments 10:06 AM
Chronology of Demjanjuk Case 10:04 AM
GPS Cell Phone Apps Challenge Standalone Devices 10:02 AM
A Look at Prosecutions of Nazi Suspects in Germany 10:01 AM
Some Gays Seek Renewed Focus on Civil Unions 10:01 AM
Whitman Tries Courting Women in Calif. Gov Race 10:01 AM
In Wyoming, Basketball Drives Reservation’s Pride 10:01 AM
 10 am
SKorea Fishing Boat Sinks off Uruguay; No One Hurt 9:59 AM
German Trial Is New Twist in Demjanjuk Saga 9:58 AM
Iranian Lawmaker: Iran Could Leave Nuclear Treaty 9:50 AM
America Wages New War in Vietnam — on AIDS 9:46 AM
Iran Will Produce Own Nuclear Fuel If Needs Be: Cleric 9:10 AM
Hondurans Fearful Ahead of Disputed Polls 9:10 AM
Pakistan Graft Amnesty Expires 9:10 AM
Russia Agrees French Superjumbo Overfly 9:10 AM
Sudanese Girl Flogged for Wearing ‘Indecent’ Skirt 9:10 AM
Final Week of Kercher Murder Trial in Italy 9:10 AM
 9 am
NASA: Floating ‘Junk’ No Threat to Space Station 8:59 AM
Flooding Traps 16 in Northern China Coal Mine 8:40 AM
3 Americans Die in Cargo Plane Crash in China 8:27 AM
Iranian Lawmaker: Iran Could Leave Nuclear Treaty 8:27 AM
Australia Welcomes Giant Pandas With City Party 8:16 AM
Commonwealth Talks Boost Hopes of Climate Deal 8:10 AM
Defence Sums Up in Kercher Murder Trial 8:10 AM
‘Terrorist Attack’ Suspected in Russia Train Crash 8:10 AM
Defence Begins Summing Kercher Murder Trial 8:10 AM
At Least 28 Killed in Bangladesh Ferry Accident 8:10 AM
S.Lanka’s Ex-Military Chief to Run for Presidency 8:10 AM
Bangladesh Ferry Toll Rises to 26: Official 8:10 AM
S.Lanka’s Ex-Military Chief Will Run for Presidency 8:10 AM
Murder Verdict Delayed for Norwegians in DR Congo 8:10 AM
Summit May Help Settle Latin American Spats 8:07 AM
 8 am
12 Inmates Escape Prison in Western Afghanistan 7:54 AM
Pope Lauds '84 Argentina-Chile Peace Agreement 7:45 AM
Cargo Plane Crash in China 7:31 AM
Giant Pandas Arrive in Australia 7:31 AM
Death Toll From Floods in Saudi Reaches 106 7:26 AM
Dubai Debt Problems Cast Shadow Over Region 7:24 AM
Body of Trapped Utah Spelunker Won’t Be Recovered 7:24 AM
Recession Sends Older Americans to Food Pantries 7:24 AM
Iranian Lawmaker: Iran Could Leave Nuclear Treaty 7:17 AM
Russia Investigates Train Derailment as Terror Act 7:14 AM
Army Retakes Rebel Town in Central Africa: Source 7:10 AM
Man Wanted on US Terror Charges Sentenced in China 7:01 AM
 7 am
AP NewsAlert 6:46 AM
Screenwriter Avary Taken off Jail Furlough 6:42 AM
Dozens Dead in Russian Train Crash 6:31 AM
AP News in Brief 6:14 AM
Hopes Rise for Climate Talks as Rich Countries Ante Up 6:10 AM
Zimbabwe Dollar Will Not Return Soon: Bank Chief 6:10 AM
Army Fights Rebels for Town in Central Africa 6:10 AM
Robinho Return Boosts City 6:10 AM
Britain, France Push for $10 Billion Climate Fund 6:10 AM
Downing Set to Help Villa Take on Spurs 6:10 AM

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