Mexican emigration dropped 42 percent in 2 years
MEXICO CITY — Mexican emigration has dropped 42 percent over the last two years, a government study released Thursday showed, confirming that America has become less appealing amid an economic downturn and stepped up raids against illegal migrants.
Dems postpone crucial vote on auto bailout
WASHINGTON - Democratic leaders in Congress sidetracked legislation to bail out the auto industry Thursday and demanded the Big Three develop a plan assuring the money would make them economically viable.
Tucson cyclist comfortable being a pack animal
Dean Wilson, 38, has been riding a road bike for less than six months. Saturday, he will attempt to ride 109 miles - the complete El Tour de Tucson course.
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The Quizz is coming to town. Oregon State freshman tailback Jacquizz Rodgers, who leads the Pac-10 in rushing, has been putting on a show wherever he goes.
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Our Opinion: The case for higher taxes
Two university researchers have the data - and the dispassionate perspective - to say what no elected official will admit: Arizona needs to increase taxes.
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It is Thursday and I am on the cusp of yet another weekend in Moldova. It has actually been a somewhat significant week for two reasons:
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Antique shops offer rare and unique buys
In anticipation of the holiday shopping season, I visited antique stores and malls in Tucson to see what was available for less than $100.
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Touring show brings ABBA's music to life
"Mamma Mia here I go again, my my, how can I resist you?" If you're singing along, you're a part of the ABBA faithful (whether you want to admit it or not).
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Freeport cuts 700 workers; majority in Arizona mines
Almost 700 workers at Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. mines in Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado got pink slips Monday as the Phoenix company tries to adjust to a severe drop in copper prices.
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Stevens bids farewell to Senate colleagues
WASHINGTON - Ted Stevens, an old-style Senate giant and the chamber's longest-serving Republican, delivered his swan song address and yielded the floor for the final time Thursday. He was saluted by his colleagues as a staunch friend and teacher.
