Rebels in eastern DR Congo hold urgent talks after claims they had ousted their leader, Gen Nkunda. (news.bbc.co.uk)

WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Congressional leaders from both parties were optimistic Monday after meeting with President-elect Barack Obama to discuss his package of tax cuts and spending proposals aimed at reviving the beleaguered economy.Video: Obama's Pushes Stimulus Plan CBSObama Pitches Stimulus Package to House Republicans Washington Post (news.google.com)

President-elect Barack Obama, on his first day back here, began meeting with congressional leaders Monday to discuss a $775 billion ... (rssfeeds.usatoday.com)