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World Edition Headlines [ Auto updated [2] minutes ago ] History of Lead International TV News Headlines AIG hits up Fed for $37.8 billion moreCNN Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 23:10 ESTThe New York Federal Reserve is lending up to $37.8 billion to AIG to give the troubled insurer access to much-needed cash. The new program is on top of the $85 billion the federal government agreed to lend to AIG last month to prevent the global company from collapsing, CNNMoney.com reports. Todd Palin defends his role in wife's administrationCBC Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 23:10 ESTAlaska Gov. Sarah Palin's husband defended his role as a close adviser to his wife Wednesday but was adamant that he didn't meddle in her administration to try to settle a family dispute. more High Court dismisses Fiji coup caseABC Australia - World Lead | Wed Oct 08, 2008 22:50 ESTHigh Court dismisses Fiji coup case By Pacific correspondent Campbell Cooney Nepal couple delayed flight after luggage lostABC Australia - World Lead | Wed Oct 08, 2008 22:20 ESTA Melbourne couple who was killed in a plane crash in Nepal was scheduled to fly three days earlier. More McCain's Balancing ActFOXNews Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 22:10 ESTDespite deepening economic distress, McCain says he'll 'confront' massive federal debt while attacking Obama• National Debt Clock Adds Digit for Growing Deficit• McCain, Obama Jockey for Voters' Trust on Economy• FOX FORUM: Newsweek's Palin Pot Shot AIG hits up Fed for billions moreCNN Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 22:10 ESTThe New York Federal Reserve is lending up to $37.8 billion to AIG to give the troubled insurer access to much-needed cash. The new program is on top of the $85 billion the federal government agreed to lend to AIG last month to prevent the global company from collapsing, CNNMoney.com reports. $85 Billion Wasn't Enough?FOXNews Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 22:00 ESTFed agrees to loan insurance giant AIG $37.8 billion, on top of loan made to the troubled company last month• Markets Fall 'Bizarre' Lie Detector DebateFOXNews Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 21:20 ESTTwo challengers for an Indiana congressional seat agree to be hooked up to lie detectors during a debate 'Perfect storm' could give Senate Dems 'magic 60'CNN Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 21:10 ESTIn the face of an economy in crisis and a deeply unpopular president, some analysts believe the situation is ripe to give Democrats a shot at a 60-seat, filibuster-proof majority in the Senate in November. Not so fast, say Republicans. And even Democrats admit it's too early to say whether they can pick up the necessary seats. Paulson: Help Is on the WayFOXNews Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 21:00 ESTU.S. Treasury Secretary says administration is moving quickly to begin the largest financial system rescue effort in history• Dow Falls 189; Fed Can't Stop the Bleeding• Fed, World Banks Join in Emergency Rate Cuts U.S. court blocks release of Gitmo's UighursCNN World Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 21:00 ESTA U.S. appeals court Wednesday blocked the planned release of 17 Chinese Muslims held at Guantanamo Bay Cuba, granting the government's request to halt the plan for at least a week and likely much longer. Candidates: Trust UsFOXNews Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 20:50 ESTMcCain, Obama duel over which candidate voters can trust to steer the economy through present turmoil• McCain Seeks Game-Changer With Housing Policy• FOX FORUM: Newsweek's Palin Pot Shot US warns of further bank failuresBBC Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 20:50 ESTThe US treasury secretary warns some banks will still fail despite a $700bn rescue package, as Asian markets open sluggishly. Melbourne couple killed in Nepal crash 'loved to travel'ABC Australia - World Lead | Wed Oct 08, 2008 20:40 ESTThe father of a Melbourne man killed in a small plane crash in Nepal, which killed everyone aboard except the pilot, has spoken of his grief. More Candidates: Trust Us, Not ThemFOXNews Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 20:30 ESTMcCain accuses rival of supporting tax hikes and earmarks, Obama says GOP ticket recycles 'Bush economics'• McCain Seeks Game-Changer With Housing Policy• FOX FORUM: Newsweek's Palin Pot Shot Ex-minister threatens to split South Africa's ruling partyCBC Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 20:30 ESTFormer South African Defence Minister Mosiuoa Lekota threatened on Wednesday to split the ruling ANC and form a new party following last month's overthrow of former President Thabo Mbeki. more U.S. raises death toll to 33 from attacks on Afghan villageCBC Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 20:00 ESTThe tally of civilians killed by U.S.-led air strikes on an Afghan village in August has more than quadrupled, according to the commander of U.S. forces in the Middle East. more Frustrated parents dump teens at hospitalsCNN Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 19:30 ESTFrustrated parents are dumping their teenagers at Nebraska hospitals -- even crossing state lines to do it -- and the state Legislature has scheduled a special hearing to try to stem the tide. Nebraska's "safe haven" law, intended to allow parents to anonymously hand over an infant to a hospital without being prosecuted, isn't working out as planned. U.S.-led air strikes on Afghan village killed 33 civilians: U.S. militaryCBC Lead Headline | Wed Oct 08, 2008 19:20 ESTThe tally of civilians killed by U.S.-led air strikes on an Afghan village in August has more than quadrupled, according to the commander of U.S. forces in the Middle East. more Candidates On The Best And Worst Of TimesCBS News | Wed Oct 08, 2008 19:10 ESTCBS Evening News: Obama And McCain Answer Katie Couric's Presidential Questions |
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