Hilary Clinton enjoys an appetiser at Benihana's in New York

IN THE NEWS:

Republicans, refused to back federal aid for Detroit's beleaguered Big Three without a guarantee that the United Auto Workers would agree by the end of next year to wage cuts in order to bring their pay into line with U.S. plants of Japanese car makers. The auto workers refusal has caused many to question Darwin's theory of evolution, arguing that even primates of the lowest level would be smart enough to drop a steak if a lion was chewing on the other end of it.


Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., called the bill's collapse "a loss for the country," adding: "I dread looking at Wall Street tomorrow. It's not going to be a pleasant sight." Now if you'll excuse me, its been a long day. I just want to go home, kick the dog, and try and get some rest.


Washington resident Ella Fino told police an old man in a gray suit, knocked her to the ground and stole her baby's rattle in front of the Senate building last night.

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Competing for Federal aide, Ford Motor Company CFO Jack Hancock's offer of a reach around is quickly countered by Chrysler's Phillip "Phil" Atio.


News Update:

The Bush administration said Friday it was ready to step in and prevent the U.S. auto industry from collapsing after the Senate refused to pass a rescue bill endorsed by the White House and congressional Democrats. Chrysler CFO Phillip Atio, says that although he appreciates the assistance, negotiations have left him with a bitter taste in his mouth.

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THIS DAY IN HISTORY:

Jerry Lee Lewis weds his cousin Myra Gale Brown, 13. , while still married to his 1st wife Jane Mitcham. A reception for close family and friends was held at Chuck E. Cheese.


TODAY'S QUOTE:

Yubba Dubba shut up and do me Fred - Wilma Flintstone