When Apple vice president Philip Schiller takes the stage here Tuesday morning for the keynote address at the Macworld Conference & Expo, he'll face a good-news, bad-news scenario. (rss.cnn.com)

By CHELSEA J. CARTER AP Iraqis wounded by gunfire in a Baghdad square 15 months ago are awaiting with guarded hopes the beginning of court proceedings against five former private Blackwater Worldwide security guards.Video: Raw Video: US Baghdad Embassy Opens AssociatedPressUS Embassy in Iraq Largest, Most Expensive Ever FOXNews (news.google.com)

Six months after announcing its intention to bring SlingPlayer to the iPhone 3G, Sling Media has another announcement to make--just not the one you're wishing for.Expo: Sling Media plans iPhone client release by March MacworldSlingPlayer Mobile ready for iPhone in Q1 San Francisco Chronicle (news.google.com)

If you're interested in live updates from tomorrow's Macworld keynote, we've got you covered. This is the page you'll need (it's dead now) for updates on Tuesday starting at 9am Pacific Time as we report live from San Francisco's Moscone Center and ...First! 14-year-old already in line for Macworld '09 keynote Ars Techn... (news.google.com)

We'll be live inside the Moscone Center Tuesday morning as Apple's Phil Schiller delivers the keynote address for Macworld 2009. (news.cnet.com)

by Macworld staff, Macworld.com It’s hard to believe it’s already 2009, and yet here we are, the day before another Macworld Expo and another Steve Jobs keynote.Rumor Roundup: What to Expect at Macworld Expo 2009 Wired NewsMacworld.ars: Company may have spilled Mac mini beans Ars Technica (news.google.com)

The $592 million, 104-acre compound that was dedicated in Baghdad's fortified Green Zone on Monday is meant to symbolize a long-term commitment to Iraq.New American Embassy opens in Baghdad CNNUS ambassador: 2009 key year for Iraq The Associated Press (news.google.com)

by Jason Snell, Macworld.com Our own Jim Dalrymple will attend the event and report on what happens, and we’ll also be in touch with Macworld Expo general manager Paul Kent this week to get more from him on the future of the biggest Apple-related trade ...Apple's Jobs Blames Weight Loss on Hormones PC MagazineAre You Steve Jobs in Your Busine... (news.google.com)

This is my 13th Expo, if you count the late, lamented East Coast events—and really, why wouldn’t you? Anyhow, given that baker’s dozen worth of Mac trade events, I think I can count the number of Expo-related parties that I’ve attended on one hand.Five things Apple needs to do at Macworld ComputerworldMac Mini at the Macworld Expo TheStree... (news.google.com)

Without Steve Jobs delivering his trademark keynote address, Macworld Expo won't likely make the same splash. But the show goes on, for now at least. (news.cnet.com)

Apple shares rebound on announcement Steve Jobs will remain CEO, while recovering from hormone therapy treatment. Apple shares jump amid decline in broader markets. (news.cnet.com)

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nandemoari writes "It seems not even Microsoft is impervious to the effects of this increasingly painful recession. According to reports, the Redmond-based company is preparing to lay off about 17 per cent of its entire workforce in the coming months. Despite its portfolio diversity — including operating systems, antivirus software, and video... (rss.slashdot.org)

By Michael DeAgonia January 4, 2009 (Computerworld) Two important dates are coming soon for Apple: Its last appearance at the Macworld Conference & Expo, which begins in San Francisco today, and the Mac's 25th anniversary later this month.24 & 28 inch iMac rumors Slippery BrickMacworld Expo Preview PC World (news.google.com)

Apple has admitted that Steve Jobs will not appear at Macworld because of health concerns. Apple has admitted that CEO Steve Jobs is skipping tomorrow's Macworld keynote for health-related reasons, after initially pointing to other reasons for his ...Jobs: Hormone imbalance causing weight loss CNNMoney.comApple’s Jobs Discusses Health Problem... (news.google.com)

Two weeks after pointing to political reasons for CEO Steve Jobs' absence from Macworld, Apple has admitted that health concerns are behind his decision to skip the keynote. (news.cnet.com)

The annual Macworld conference this week should bolster Apple Inc.'s shares by shoring up confidence in the company's long-term strategy despite the absence of Steve Jobs, a Thomas Weisel Partners analyst said Monday.Apple's last Macworld beginning of new era CNET NewsArs at Macworld '09: Rumor roundup and live keynote plans Ars Tec... (news.google.com)

By Jacqui Cheng | Published: January 05, 2009 - 06:30AM CT The last Macworld Conference & Expo keynote starring Apple is upon us.NVIDIA insider chimes in on new iMacs, mini and Mac Pro Apple InsiderMacworld rumor mill is swirling Dallas Morning News (news.google.com)

Apple CEO Steve Jobs' absence from Macworld 2009 could be a prelude to a new communications strategy. Even though CEO Steve Jobs will not be playing his customary role, the last Macworld Expo with Apple's participation will still be interesting--for ...Electronics trade shows change with times USA TodayCloud hangs over Macworld opening BBC... (news.google.com)

A Jobs-less Macworld might take some of the fire away from this week's event, but it could be a sign that Apple wants to shift the leadership burden across more of its team. (news.cnet.com)

By Jennifer Moline With the annual Macworld Conference and Expo beginning today in San Francisco, plenty of new products will be unveiled.Cloud hangs over Macworld opening BBC NewsElectronics trade shows change with times USA Today (news.google.com)

More than 50,000 people are expected at the Macworld show this week for the final year that Apple will take part. (news.bbc.co.uk)