News Minute: Asian stock plunge...Bush to reassure America

Associated Press - October 10, 2008 1:13 AM ET TOKYO (AP) - Japan's main index is leading another freefall of Asian stocks, spurred by a massive sell-off on Wall Street and an escalating global equity crisis. The benchmark Nikkei 225 stock average is down more than 10% in early trading. WASHINGTON (AP) - President Bush is getting set to try to again reassure the American people the government is trying hard to stabilize the economy. Bush will make remarks to the nation Friday. The White House says Bush is not expected to announce any new policy decisions. WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) - John McCain says the issue with his opponent is... [read full story]                    

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