U.S. AND WORLD NEWS

Today's business and world news stories in condensed form.

US News and World Report has released its college rankings for the "Best Colleges 2009" guide. This annual list is a much-sought-after report for those thinking about attending a post-secondary instituion of higher learning that ranks America's best colleges.

Diane Sawyer will replace Charles Gibson on ABC World News Tonight. Plus, a tongue-in-cheek look at possible replacements for Good Morning America.

A look at the list and its methodology.

World News Light offers this special light report on a very heavy subject-- The scary economy

Paris Hilton wants to move to London, the stock market is scary, and music's top 40 is full of a lot of crap--but at least doom has been delayed.

Roger R. Roach, Famous Roachcaster and World Traveler who gives you his lowly views and news on life from under the sink and from around the world!

Review of the best rock show of the year!

Huey Lewis and the News burst onto the national music stage in the early 1980s. Here are the top ten songs by Huey Lewis and the News.

A 8.9 seismic earthquake that hit Japan shocked the world and negatively affected the world's 3rd largest economy. However, the earthquake will likely stimulate the Japanese economy and help the world economy

Dithering over bailout causing stress, Palin asserts Russia/Alaska importance, Solar Wind is faltering, and the Queen needs more money

The sickest patients are often referred to the best hospitals for advanced care. These hospitals are most likely to follow, and pioneer,the newest and more innovative treatments.

Have you ever thought to buy a copy and see where these ideas lead you?

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