| Japan faces deep recession, central banks slash rates (Reuters) [9 mins][Edobashi] Reuters - Japan may be in a deeper recession than first thought as businesses cut spending because of the worsening global recession, which will likely force central banks in Britain and Europe to slash interest rates later on Thursday. | Mark Ruffalo's brother shot in head Beverly Hills (AP) [38 mins][Beverly Hills, CA] AP - A publicist for Mark Ruffalo says the actor's brother is fighting for his life after being shot in Beverly Hills. Jessica Kolstad, publicist for the "Zodiac" actor, confirmed that 39-year-old Scott Ruffalo, a hairstylist, was found early Monday with a gunshot wound to the head. |