The Riverview Detachment of the Marine Corps League remembered soldiers who died during the previous 90 days at last month's Operation Field of Honor ceremony conducted by the Veterans Council of Hillsborough County. A flag was planted in the field in honor of each of the fallen members of the Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Army after their names were read aloud at the ceremony held at the Hillsborough County Veterans Memorial Museum and Park. ...more

November 11, 2009

The leaders of the world's most powerful economies are deeply split over how to fight a downturn that is intensifying around the globe, with no nation in a position of strength as finance ministers gather to talk about the crisis. ...more

March 14, 2009

Few questions confound economists more: What might tip China into the meltdown that so many have feared for so many years? ...more

October 3, 2008

Gold medals won't only be earned at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China. ...more

August 6, 2008

Members of the Let's Twirl baton-twirling troupe from Brandon expect to bring home their share of gold from the 2008 National Amateur Athletic Union Junior Olympic Games in Detroit. ...more

July 30, 2008

BEIJING - China's official news agency says that Beijing will hold a new round of talks with representatives of the Dalai Lama in July. ...more

June 29, 2008

CORAL SPRINGS — Sean Spiegel was just hoping one of his six swims this weekend would be quick enough to qualify him for the USA Olympic Trials. ...more

June 21, 2008

AVON PARK –– This summer BMX (Bicycle Motocross) will make its Olympic debut in Beijing, China. Our kids will be able to watch some of America's elite BMX riders carry "Old Glory" across the globe to compete in one of the fastest growing sports today. Hundreds of BMX families, riders and state officials will travel to Avon Park on Feb. 16-17 to compete in the second of 10 qualifiers offered in Florida for the 2008 Florida State Series Championship. This is a great opportunity to see first-hand what BMX is about. Riders range from 3-years-old to over 50. Each rider competes in their age class and riding proficiency which includes Rookie, Novice, Expert, Cruiser, and Pro. In addition, the professional riders will be here to compete. ...more

January 29, 2008

A congressional advisory panel said Thursday that Chinese spying represents the greatest threat to U.S. technology and recommended counterintelligence efforts to stop China from stealing the nation's manufacturing expertise. ...more

November 16, 2007

China's state media on Monday welcomed U.S. toy maker Mattel's apology over its recalls of Chinese-made toys, saying that although overdue it should help restore the country's sullied export reputation. ...more

September 25, 2007