Feeds
British officials say Prime Minister Gordon Brown will apologize to thousands of British children who were shipped to new lives overseas, where many say they suffered neglect and abuse.
When John Hennessey was 10 years old, he was sent from a war-weary Britain to an orphanage in Australia, where he was told food was plentiful and children rode kangaroos to school.
Georgia Rep. John Lewis and the white man who attacked him during a civil rights protest in 1961 have been chosen to receive the Common Ground award.
Fox News Channel and the Obama administration are talking.
The president of Maccabi Tel Aviv has apologized to the NBA and the Knicks for its coach's behavior during an exhibition game at Madison Square Garden.
The University of Minnesota is apologizing after its Goldy Gopher mascot poked fun at a Penn State football player who was praying before last week's game.
Diego Maradona won't apologize for a profanity-filled tirade on live TV that prompted a FIFA investigation and could result in a five-game suspension and nearly $20,000 fine for the Argentina coach.
Irish tenor Ronan Tynan says he's sorry for making an anti-Semitic remark, and hopes for another chance to sing his noted rendition of "God Bless America" at Yankee Stadium.
A key Southern Baptist official has apologized for comparing proposals to overhaul the nation's health care system with Nazism.
Dre' Bly took Mike Singletary's usual spot at the podium in a team meeting room and apologized. Profusely. His coach watched the whole thing.
A Georgia GOP congressman is apologizing for using the term "ghetto grandmothers" while talking about citizenship verification legislation.
Detroit star Miguel Cabrera apologized to his teammates for being drunk last weekend while the Tigers were trying to clinch the AL Central title, then delivered two big hits in Tuesday night's tiebreaker loss to Minnesota.
Tennessee coach Bruce Pearl apologized for a joking remark that linked the rural home of one his players to the Ku Klux Klan.
Washington Redskins rookie linebacker Robert Henson has apologized for calling the team's fans "dim wits" on his Twitter feed.
The U.S. Forest Service has apologized for suggesting that campers who eat tortillas, drink Tecate beer and play Spanish music may be armed marijuana growers, calling it "regrettable" and "insensitive."
Nobody is perfect — we all make mistakes. So why is apologizing so darn difficult to do? Psychotherapist Dr. Robi Ludwig explains why making things right is way more important than being right.
Australia's government will follow its historic apology to Aborigines last year for past injustices with a similar apology to child immigrants and Australian-born children who suffered in state care during the last century, a Cabinet minister said Sunday.
Washington Redskins fullback Mike Sellers apologized Saturday for throwing the American flag to the ground during lineup introductions before an exhibition game against the New England Patriots.
Britain's sports minister and a leading badminton official have expressed regret to India for the England team's sudden withdrawal from the world championships in Hyderabad earlier this month.
Chima Simone is saying she's sorry — but not for getting kicked off "Big Brother 11."
In an Aug. 17 story about a memo from University of Louisville President James Ramsey regarding basketball coach Rick Pitino, The Associated Press misstated the day that Pitino made a public apology for an "indiscretion six years ago." It was Wednesday, not Thursday.
University of Louisville President James Ramsey says he considered several options to deal with the scandal surrounding Rick Pitino before telling the coach to publicly apologize, according to a memo released to The Associated Press Monday.
The Chicago Cubs fan accused of pelting Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Shane Victorino with a beer says he's sorry, and hopes his fellow fans can forgive him.
Like most restaurants, the Burger King in this St. Louis suburb has a no shoes, no shirt, no service policy. And baby, do they enforce it. Too much so, the company admitted, after apologizing for restaurant workers who asked a mother to leave because her 6-month-old wasn't wearing shoes.
Hawaii coach Greg McMackin apologized Thursday for making a derogatory remark usually directed toward gays while describing Notre Dame's chant during a dinner banquet leading up to last year's Hawaii Bowl.
Fox News' year in apologies: fake videos, false info, cutting and pasting from GOPFox News presents year-old Palin footage as new Palin book tour crowd. Stewart blasts Hannity for using old video footage to inflate Bachmann rally attendance. Fox News' Garrett apologizes for fake HBO-Obama story -- which Fox News repeated days later.
Apology for 500,000 Forgotten AustraliansThe Federal Government says today's national apology to the Forgotten Australians and former child migrants marks a significant step forward in the healing process.
UK child migrants apology plannedGordon Brown is to apologise for the UK's role in sending thousands of its children to former colonies in the 20th century, the BBC has learned.
Hannity Apologizes for "Mistake" - Admits Jon Stewart/Daily Show Was RightSaying that he and those involved in the production of his show "screwed up," Sean Hannity claims the "mistake" was inadvertent. Smugly, he also thanked Jon and his writers for watching.
MP swears during apology for swearingA Maori politician in New Zealand has apologised for using swear words in an abusive email he sent to a member of the public. But during his apology, the outspoken MP landed himself in more hot water by swearing again.
Gay & Lesbian Organization Calls Chris Jericho's Apology InsincereThe Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) is effectively rejecting what they call Chris Jericho's "insincere and worn" apology for using anti-gay and racist slurs at a recent film festival.
Transsexual wins apology over passportA TRANSSEXUAL has won a written apology from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for the distress she experienced as a result of having to travel on a passport that identified her as a man.
Rev. Al Sharpton threatens to sue Rush Limbaugh over Wall Street Journal op-edhe Rev. Al Sharpton is ready for a Rush to judgment. The civil rights leader, typically impervious to insults, said Saturday that he will sue Rush Limbaugh for defamation unless he gets an apology from the right-wing radio host.
John Tantillo's Brand Winner... And Loser: Letterman and the Nobel PrizeJohn Tantillo applauds Letterman for apologizing in way consistent with his personal brand and also criticizes the Nobel Prize committee for their actions--while maintaining that Obama has handled the (undeserved) reward in the best way possible for his own personal political bra …
Our Dirty Adoption SecretThe Federal Government wants to give forced adoption victims an apology, but seems very keen to prevent the public finding out exactly what the apology is for
Bitter Harvests to Come [ when amateurs play in the big league]If one were to sum up the Obama speech, it is the same old, same old formula: "I am a uniquely post-American fresh start; the era of Bush and our dreadful past is over; and because this is our moment, you, the world, owe me attention and support for my redefining America more to …
A&T Students Apologize For Booking Questionable Rappers In Homecoming ConcertGREENSBORO -- The president of North Carolina A&T University's student body apologized Wednesday for inviting rappers affiliated with gangs to perform at next month's homecoming concert.
B'desh ask Pak to apologize for 1971 'crimes', Islamabad says 'No'Dhaka on May 13 asked Pakistan to apologize formally for atrocities committed by its army during the Bangladesh's bloody liberation struggle in 1971. A day later (May 14) came the reply from Islamabad.
Timber industry sorry for hate adsRepresentatives of Tasmania's timber industries have apologised for 2007 election advertisements that targeted the rights of same-sex couples and intersex people.
Rome says sorry over $1,200 dinnerThe deputy mayor of Rome has offered an official apology to a Japanese man who was charged $1,200 for a meal at a famous restaurant in the Italian capital.
Obama faces leadership test at U.N., G20WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama begins his biggest week yet on the world stage, facing pressure for results on an agenda of rekindling Middle East peace talks, tackling climate change and reshaping financial regulations.
Joe Wilson's WarON Tuesday, seven Republicans broke party ranks and voted to reprove Representative Joe Wilson, Republican of South Carolina, for calling President Obama a liar. One of the renegades was Bob Inglis, who upbraided his fellow South Carolinian for a breach of House rules.
Apology for "harmful" election advertisementTimber Communities Australia will today deliver a handwritten apology to two Tasmanian rights activists for an election advertisement claiming same-sex marriage and recognising intersex people is dangerous.
Mrs. Joe Wilson: "Who's the nut who hollered out 'You lie'?" - videoSo now Joe Wilson's reelection campaign has a video ad up in which his wife says she asked him, "Who's the nut who hollered out 'You lie' or 'You liar'?".
Obama Calls Kanye West a 'Jackass' President Barack Obama called hip-hop musician Kanye West a "jackass" on Monday in an off-the-record comment during an interview with CNBC, an ABC News anchor reported on Twitter.
It looks like the House of Representatives may censure Joe Wilson for refusing to make a second formal apology from the House floor. On 60 Minutes President Obama had this to say to Correspondent Steve Kroft on the subject:
Heckling of President is Rare in American History...there's little if any historical precedent for a U.S. congressman individually challenging a president during a speech to Congress — let alone accusing him of lying — which is just one reason why some longtime political observers were stunned by Rep. Joe Wilson's outburst.
Remarks by the President after Cabinet Meeting: Including being questioned about apologyQ Do you accept Wilson's apology, sir? THE PRESIDENT: Yes, I do. I'm a big believer that we all make mistakes. He apologized quickly and without equivocation, and I'm appreciative of that.
Saudi lawyer demands cartoon apologyA letter from a Saudi Arabian lawyer demanding an apology for the reprinting of the Mohammed cartoons has been dismissed by Danish media as an attempt to 'fan the flames'.
Greenland demands apology for Danish child experimentsIn 1951, Denmark's government approved a social experiment where 22 children were taken from their homes in Greenland and moved to Denmark where they were immersed in Danish language and culture.
Log In | Register
