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America?</div> <div> <A HREF="http://www.newsweek.com/2010/07/15/anna-chapman-parliamentarian.html?GT1=43002" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.newsweek.com/2010/07/15/anna-">What's in Anna Chapman's Future?</A><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > </FONT></div> <div> Newsweek: After the <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.newsweek.com/2010/07/15/anna-chapman-parliamentarian.html?GT1=43002" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.newsweek.com/2010/07/15/anna-">alleged Russian spy</A></FONT> was arrested by the FBI & deported, she became a local hero in her hometown. Her next move could be Russian politics.</div> <div> <A HREF="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38224962?GT1=43001" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38224962?GT1">U.S. revokes Chapman's citizenship, passport</A><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > </FONT><A HREF="http://www.bing.com/search?q=Anna+Chapman&FORM=MSNHED&gt1=36010" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.bing.com/search?q=Anna+Chapma">Bing: More on Anna Chapman</A></div> <bR> <div> AP </div> <div> Anna Chapman could reign over Volgograd.</div> <bR> <div> What kind of career options are open to a pretty young Russian spy like Anna Chapman now that she has been busted by the FBI and deported from the United States?</div> <bR> <div> With her Facebook photos splashed on tabloid front pages across the world, <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >espionage is probably out</FONT>. But Chapman—known in Russia by her maiden name, Anna Kushchenko—could have a national political career ahead of her in Russia.</div> <bR> <div> She is already a local hero in her hometown of Volgograd (formerly known as Stalingrad), where a Kremlin-backed youth party last week called on the local mayor to make her an honored citizen.</div> <bR> <div> While Chapman and 10 other accused spies were in jail in the United States, Volgograd’s official newspaper also held a <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >songwriting contest</FONT> to provide “moral support for our people,” says organizer Sergei Onishenko, “We think of her as our hero.”</div> <bR> <div> The winning song, a catchy ballad, includes the line, “You have not been broken by jail. You gave away none of our secrets.”</div> <bR> <div> But it’s the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia, or LDPR, that could be Chapman’s ticket to national politics.</div> <bR> <div> Alexander Potapov, head of the Volgograd branch of the LDPR, says that he “will do everything to promote her candidacy for a Duma seat at the next parliament elections” in 2012 if and when Chapman expresses an interest.</div> <bR> <div> The LDPR, headed by the flamboyant ultranationalist Vladimir Zhirinovsky, has a track record of drafting infamous figures for political posts.</div> <bR> <div> In 2008 Andrei Lugovoi—wanted in Britain for the murder by poison of defector Alexander Litvinenko—was <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >elected to the Duma</FONT> on the LDPR party list. </div> <bR> <div> Part of his privileges as a member of the Russian parliament: immunity from prosecution, an official car, and a subsidized apartment in Moscow.</div> <bR> <div> “Things have worked out for him and they will work out for Anna, if she wants to be a famous politician,” says Potapov.</div> <bR> <div> Political inexperience is no obstacle to getting into Russia’s Duma, which since Vladimir Putin’s election to the presidency in 2000 has been little more than a rubber stamp for Kremlin-backed legislation.</div> <bR> <div> United Russia, the dominant pro-Kremlin party, has in recent years packed its party lists with celebrities such as gymnast Alina Kabaeva, (who has been romantically <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >linked in the Russian</FONT> press with Putin), athlete Svetlana Khorkina (who has <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >posed nude for Playboy</FONT>), the Bolshoi Ballet’s prima ballerina Svetlana Zakharova, and a celebrity boxer and nude model Natalia Karpovich.</div> <bR> <div> Chapman herself has <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >kept a low profile</FONT> since she and 10 other self-confessed Russian sleeper agents <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >were exchanged last week</FONT> for four Russians jailed for spying for the West.</div> <bR> <div> She had announced her desire, though her lawyer, to return to London—but the British put the kibosh on her plans by revoking her citizenship.</div> <bR> <div> They even banned her from entering the U.K. altogether—a ban that will likely extend to Europe’s Schengen visa area too (which covers most of the continent).</div> <bR> <div> Other members of the spy ring will be given new identities by Russian authorities under a witness-protection program after being debriefed, according to officials from the SVR, Russia’s foreign-intelligence service.</div> <bR> <div> Disappearing into anonymity will be harder for Chapman. But in today’s Duma, a pretty former spy should fit right in.</div> <bR> <div> “It is great that Russians support Anna Chapman with such warmth. That would never have happened 10 years ago,” says Dmitry Kovtun, Andrei Lugovoi’s alleged accomplice in the killing of Litvinenko and who now lives in Moscow.</div> <div>  “What a spy she was!”</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div>  <object width="420" height="245" id="msnbc1a73f" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=10,0,0,0"><param name="movie" value="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32545640" /><param name="FlashVars" value="launch=38268729&width=420&height=245"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always" /><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="wmode" value="opaque" /><embed name="msnbc1a73f" src="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32545640" width="420" height="245" FlashVars="launch=38268729&width=420&height=245" allowscriptaccess="always" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="opaque" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/download.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash"></embed></object><p style="font-size:11px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #999; margin-top: 5px; background: transparent; text-align: center; width: 420px;">Visit msnbc.com for <a style="text-decoration:none !important; border-bottom: 1px dotted #999 !important; font-weight:normal !important; height: 13px; color:#5799DB !important;" href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com">breaking news</a>, <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3032507" style="text-decoration:none !important; border-bottom: 1px dotted #999 !important; font-weight:normal !important; height: 13px; color:#5799DB !important;">world news</a>, and <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3032072" style="text-decoration:none !important; border-bottom: 1px dotted #999 !important; font-weight:normal !important; height: 13px; color:#5799DB !important;">news about the economy</a></p>  </div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="10" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="656" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="VOID" RULES="NONE" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" BGCOLOR=#EEEEEE > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 1003 WIDTH="634"><div> <IMG SRC="1da390500.jpg" border=0 width="400" height="80" ALT="Organizing for America CLICK HERE" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Friend --</div> <div> The Senate just passed Wall Street reform.</div> <div> The bill will become law the moment President Obama signs it.</div> <div> This reform represents the boldest financial regulations since the aftermath of the Great Depression -- and the strongest consumer protections in history.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Every door you knocked in Iowa, every phone call you made in Ohio, every dollar you dug deep to give -- it's all for this.</B></div> <div> The Recovery Act, health reform, and now Wall Street reform, on top of everything else.</div> <bR> <div> In a year and a half, this administration has made bigger, bolder progress than any president's in decades.</div> <bR> <div> We have a president who fights for all of us, every day.</div> <div> We have you, the best organizers this country has ever seen, who flooded Congress with calls and letters, had millions of conversations with friends and neighbors, went toe-to-toe with the country's most powerful special interests -- and won.</div> <bR> <div> And we have members of Congress who bravely stood with the President, even as right-wing groups have pledged $200 million to defeat them in November's elections.</div> <bR> <div> First, take a moment to celebrate.</div> <div> This is an achievement that will make American lives better and protect our economy for generations to come, and it absolutely wouldn't have happened without you.</div> <bR> <div> Then, <A HREF="http://my.barackobama.com/WSRVictory8?keycode=" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://my.barackobama.com/WSRVictory8?ke">take a moment to thank the members of Congress who stood with us</A> and supported these landmark reforms.</div> <div> In the coming days, they'll be taking a lot of heat for defying Wall Street -- and they need to know they have our gratitude.</div> <bR> <div> Organizing for America supporters are signing a note of thanks to Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reid, and all of the allies in Congress who stood up for reform.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Will you add your name?</B></div> <div> <A HREF="http://my.barackobama.com/WSRVictory8?keycode=" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://my.barackobama.com/WSRVictory8?ke">click here >>></A></div> <bR> <div> We'll deliver these signatures to leaders in Congress who supported reform, after the President signs this into law.</div> <div> Thanks for all you did to get us here. I'm so grateful to be making history with you, and I know the President is as well.</div> <bR> <div> Mitch</div> <div> Mitch Stewart</div> <div> Director</div> <div> Organizing for America</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> <A HREF="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp=38275133&#38275133&from=en-us_msnhp&snid=18424824" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp=">Obama- Lost jobs keep me up at night</A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38274327/ns/us_news-life" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38274327/ns/">D.C. hit by area's largest recorded quake</A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38272361/ns/us_news-immigration_a_nation_divided" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38272361/ns/">Federal prosecution of immigrants soars</A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="http://www.foxnews.com/us/2010/07/16/immigrant-deaths-arizona-desert-soaring-july/" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.foxnews.com/us/2010/07/16/imm">Illegal Immigrant Deaths Soar in Ariz. 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Not to be <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >profiling</FONT> or anything, but most terrorists don't resemble 6-year-old Alyssa Thomas (<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >watch news story</FONT>). Flying from Cleveland to Minneapolis, the girl learned <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >she was on Homeland Security's no-fly list</FONT>. No reason was given. Her dad's <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >witty speculation</FONT>?</div> <bR> <div> Stuck on the tarmac</div> <div> Got some time to kill? Put it in perspective. A Houston-to-Minneapolis flight was diverted to Rochester, Minn., and its 47 passengers spent <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >this long in their seats</FONT>. Why couldn't they <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >leave the plane</FONT>? Then there was that little hop from LAX to JFK this past March that took somewhat <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >longer than expected</FONT>. Pretty good arguments for taking Amtrak next time, no?</div> <bR> <div> Too fat to fly?</div> <div> "I know I'm fat," says <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >Kevin Smith</FONT>, who often <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >does this for his in-flight comfort</FONT>. But the "Clerks" director (<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >clips</FONT>) didn't expect his girth to get him ejected from a flight -- after he was seated. When he finally got home, he <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >tweeted this quip</FONT>.</div> <bR> <div> Worst airline fees</div> <div> This Irish carrier<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > is infamous for concocting schemes to keep fares low -- and for pulling the </FONT>odd PR stunt<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >. The airline recently floated the idea of "</FONT>vertical seats<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >" (i.e., standing) and is reportedly moving ahead with plans for a rather </FONT>unique in-flight fee<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >. Many airlines are charging extra for all checked bags, but Spirit Airlines plans to charge up to </FONT>$45 for carry-ons<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> Airplane food</div> <div> What passes for in-flight meals has provided ample fodder for comedians over the years, but if it hasn't been enough to make you stop flying, it might be enough to make you sick. According to a <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >recent report</FONT>, many in-flight meals are prepared in dirty kitchens and infractions included improper food storage, poor staff hygiene and <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >evidence of vermin</FONT>. Hungry? See <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >pictures of airplane food</FONT>.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <I><B>RECIPE FOR THE DAY</B></I></div> <div> <B>Irish Cream Cheesecake</B></div> <div> Makes 12 to 16 servings</div> <bR> <div> <B>ingredients</B></div> <div> 1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs (about 18 cookies)* </div> <div> 1/4 cup butter, melted </div> <div> 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon </div> <div> 3 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened </div> <div> 1 8-ounce carton dairy sour cream </div> <div> 1 cup sugar </div> <div> 1 8-ounce package semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled </div> <div> 3 eggs </div> <div> 1/3 to 1/2 cup Irish cream liqueur </div> <div> 2 tablespoons whipping cream or milk </div> <div> 2 teaspoons vanilla </div> <div> Fresh raspberries (optional) </div> <div> 1/3 cup semisweet chocolate pieces, melted (optional)</div> <bR> <div> <B>directions</B></div> <div> <I>For crust</I></div> <div> in a medium mixing bowl combine crumbs, butter, and cinnamon; toss gently to mix</div> <div> Spread mixture evenly in the bottom of a 9- or 10-inch* springform pan; press onto bottom for a firm, even crust</div> <div> Set pan aside.</div> <div> <I>For filling</I></div> <div> in a large mixing bowl combine cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and the 8 ounces melted chocolate</div> <div> beat with an electric mixer on medium to high speed until combined</div> <div> Add eggs all at once. Beat on low speed just until combined</div> <div> Do not overbeat</div> <div> Stir in liqueur, whipping cream or milk, and vanilla.</div> <div> Place pan on a baking sheet. Pour filling into crust</div> <div> Bake in a 325 degree F oven for 50 to 60 minutes or until center appears nearly set when gently shaken</div> <div> Cool in pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Loosen sides; cool 30 minutes more. Remove sides; cool completely</div> <div> Cover and chill cheesecake for 4 hours or overnight.</div> <div> Before serving, transfer the cheesecake to a platter</div> <div> Top with fresh raspberries and drizzle with 1/3 cup melted chocolate, if desired. </div> <bR> <div> <B>Note</B></div> <div> If using the 10-inch springform pan, add another 1/4 cup chocolate wafer crumbs to the crust</div> <bR> <div> <B>Potato Lasagna</B></div> <div> serves 6 to 8</div> <bR> <div> <B>ingredients</B></div> <div> 1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage or ground turkey sausage </div> <div> 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms </div> <div> 4 medium (1-1/4 pounds) potatoes (such as long white, round white, round red, or yellow), peeled and thinly sliced (4 cups) </div> <div> 1 beaten egg </div> <div> 1-1/2 cups ricotta cheese or cream-style cottage cheese, drained </div> <div> 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese </div> <div> 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained </div> <div> 1 medium onion, chopped </div> <div> 2 cloves garlic, minced </div> <div> 2 tablespoons margarine or butter </div> <div> 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour </div> <div> 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg </div> <div> 1-1/2 cups milk </div> <div> 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)</div> <bR> <div> <B>directions</B></div> <div> In a 10-inch skillet cook sausage and mushrooms until meat is brown</div> <div> Drain off fat</div> <div> In a large saucepan cook sliced potatoes, covered, in boiling water for 5 minutes</div> <div> (they won't be thoroughly cooked)</div> <div> Drain; set aside</div> <div> <I>For filling</I></div> <div> stir together egg, ricotta or cottage cheese, and Parmesan or Romano cheese</div> <div> Stir in spinach</div> <div> <I>For sauce</I></div> <div> in a medium saucepan cook onion and garlic in hot margarine or butter until onion is tender but not brown</div> <div> Stir in flour and nutmeg</div> <div> Add milk all at once</div> <div> Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly</div> <div> Layer half of the potatoes in a greased 2-quart rectangular baking dish</div> <div> Top with half of the spinach filling</div> <div> Top with half of the meat mixture, half of the sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese</div> <div> Repeat layers, except reserve remaining cheese</div> <div> Cover with foil and bake in a 350 degree F. oven about 35 minutes or until potatoes are tender</div> <div> Uncover; sprinkle remaining cheese atop and bake about 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted</div> <div> Let stand for 10 minutes</div> <bR> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>