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Leading The News
Obama to Dems: 'Don't Head for the Hills' . . . In State of the Union, president vows not to give up his agenda. No sweeping initiatives, though.
New York Times
Geithner Defends AIG Payout . . . Says he takes "full responsibility, and great pride" in his decisions.
Wall Street Journal
Karzai: Transition Could Take Decade . . . Karzai said it could take up to 10 years for Afghan forces to take over from the U.S.-led coalition. New York Times
Politics
Alito's 'You Lie' Moment . . . Justice Samuel Alito responded to Obama's criticism of a decision last week by appearing to mouth the words "not true." Washington Post
Pelosi Backs Path for Health Bill . . . Says the House should pass the Senate plan and use 'budget reconciliation' to make changes. Los Angeles Times
Bernanke Vote is Today . . . It appears he will get the 60 Senate votes need to be reconfirmed after battle to save him by Obama.
Reuters
O'Keefe Denies Wrongdoing . . . Lawyer for ACORN exposer denies he broke law at Landrieu's office, but allies begin to distance. USA Today
National Security
Afghans Engaged in Backdoor Talks . . . Afghan lawmakers held an unannounced meeting last week with relative of insurgent leader Hekmatyar.
McClatchy Newspapers
Bloomberg Wants Terror Trials Moved . . . He'd "very happy" if the trials of 9/11 planners were moved out of Manhattan, reversing his initial support. USA Today
Afghan Tribe to Fight Taliban for Cash . . . A large Pashtun tribe agreed to battle insurgents. U.S. will channel $1 million to development projects. New York Times
Money
Fed More Upbeat, Keeps Rates Low . . . Offers a slightly rosier economic outlook and said it would stop buying mortgages as planned in March.
Wall Street Journal
At Davos, Experts See Dip Ahead . . . Global economic recovery could lose pace later this year, dashing hopes for a rapid escape from the downturn. Wall Street Journal
Toyota Announces More Recalls . . . Analysts say automaker sacrificed quality for growth and got burned. Executives don't dispute it. Washington Post
Banks See Way Past Pay Limits . . . Behind the scenes, banks and securities firms are working hard to cushion the blow on employees over pay. Wall Street Journal
Ford Posts First Annual Profit in Four Years . . . Benefited from cost-cutting, debt reduction and popular vehicles like the Fusion and the Escape SUV. Associated Press
International
Iran Executes Two; Nine Others to Die . . . An apparent attempt to intimidate a widespread protest movement challenging the nation's hard-line establishment.
Los Angeles Times
Villepin Cleared of Plot to Smear Sarkozy . . . Acquittal a blow to French president amid accusations he has pursued vendetta against ex-foreign minister. Times of London
Zelaya Flies Into Exile . . . Manuel Zelaya flew out of Honduras as the swearing in of a new president raised hopes of an end to the political turmoil. Times of London
Girl Found Alive 15 Days After Quake . . . Darlene Etienne, believed to be 16 or 17, was dehydrated and had a broken leg but was conscious. The Guardian
A Day in the Life of a Haitian Tent City . . . The camp in Port-au-Prince arose on its own and needs aid. "You have to have faith," one resident says. Los Angeles Times
You Must Also Know . . .
One in Five Nursing Homes Poorly Rated . . . Medicare statistics reveal that a quarter-million patients reside in such facilities. USA Today
Shoeless Running May Spare Feet . . . People who run barefoot or with minimal shoes often land on their feet in a way that avoids jarring impact. Boston Globe
The Bear, the Lion, and the Tiger . . . The pals were raised together and now enthrall visitors at a Zoo in Georgia as they lark around together. Times of London
Elizabeth and John Edwards Separate . . . Her struggle to reconcile their 30-year marriage appears over. He expresses sadness. Associated Press
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