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In the United States, the CDC said cases had been confirmed in 19 states. "This is a rapidly evolving situation, a situation with uncertainty," acting CDC Director Richard Besser said at a news conference Thursday. New York has the most confirmed cases, with 50, followed by Texas, with 28. California has 13 cases. The state health departments in Delaware, Colorado, Georgia, Nebraska and Virginia on Thursday said they ... Full story

Swine influenza (also swine flu) refers to influenza caused by any virus of the family Orthomyxoviridae, that is endemic to pig (swine) populations. Strains endemic in swine are called swine influenza virus (SIV), and all known strains of SIV are classified as Influenzavirus A (common) or Influenzavirus C (rare). Influenzavirus B has not been reported in swine. All three clades, Influenzavirus A, B, and C, ... Full story

Obama historic speech after taking an oath of office of the 44th President of the United States is below: My fellow citizens: I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors.  I ... Full story

President-elect Barack Obama and the first lady-elect Michelle Obama arrives at the White House on 20 January 2009 morning to have Coffee with President Bush few minutes before the sworing in ceremony. Picture/Photo of President-elect Barack Obama and his wife Michelle arriving at the White House, were greeted by President Bush and ... Full story

America is preparing for the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States. Live coverage videos can be watched from CNN.com Fans wait for the oath of office of the President-elect Obama in Washington, D.C.... Full story

Rick Warren, founder of the Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California will pray at the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama on January 20 at the White House, Washington D.C. Pastor Warren is one of the most influential religious leaders in the States, has championed issues such as a reduction of global ... Full story

BBC world news has learnt that Muntader al-Zaidi, an Iraqi journalist who threw his shoes at US President George W Bush has apologised to Iraqi PM Nouri Maliki, the prime minister's office says. Full story

Rangoon, 24 Nov. (AKI) - Leaders from India and Burma have strengthened bilateral economic ties after top level talks in Rangoon. India's Foreign Secretary, Shiv Shankar Menon, met Burma's Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister, U Kyaw Thu, to extend investment pledges discussed earlier this year. Menon's visit followed agreements endorsed by the second in command at Burma's State Peace and Development Council, Maung Aye, in Indian capital New Delhi seven months ago. Full story

Khonumthung News, June 19 - The Meitei rebel outfit of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and United National Liberation Front (UNLF) has moved villagers out of their native village in Chin state to another village in Burma. Full story

A steamy sex session in the morning can keep you in good health, say researchers. According to a research from Queen's University in Belfast, a good morning session at least three times a week, decreases the risk of heart attack or stroke by half and a regular session improves circulation, thereby reducing blood pressure. Full story