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Maaloula: Islamist rebels abduct 12 nuns from the St Thecla Orthodox monastery
The sisters were abducted this afternoon when a group of armed men stormed the monastery. For Vatican nuncio Mgr Mario Zenari and the Greek Orthodox Church, the rebels have taken the nuns to Yabrud, a city 80 km from Damascus.
For Gregorios III Laham, "the Christian mission in Syria is reconciliation among Muslims"
The Patriarch of Antioch talks about the role of the Church in Syria in light of the pope's Apostolic Exhortation 'Gaudium Evangelii'. Thanks to the suffering of war, Christians have rediscovered their faith and their role, which is to bear witness to Muslims fighting each other of a different way of life. Papers have been submitted to the Vatican for the beatification of the three young martyrs in Ma'aloula.
Egypt's new constitution protects religious freedom, but gives too much power to the military
Released yesterday, the draft proposal ostensibly respects human rights, freedom of religion and freedom of worship. Quotas will be set for Christians, women, the disabled and other groups, but no percentage is given. Controversy surrounds the excessive powers given to the army and the interim government. Fr Greich Rafiq, spokesman for the Catholic Church, wonders whether the new constitution was "drafted in order to please everyone, or will it be used as an effective legislative tool that can change the country."
Mar Sako: the Pope in Iraq is a "necessity" for Christians hoping in a Syria-like "miracle"
The Chaldean Patriarch testifies to the "need" for solidarity and closeness to Iraq's Christian community. Muslims appreciate the Pope Francis' "symbolic gestures ", which enhance his "prophetic character". For Mar Sako, the Christian presence in the Middle East is "essential" and its "identity" must be preserved. The ordination of a priest and six new deacons are source of hope in this time of Advent.
Pope receives Netanyahu and hopes for peace soon between Israelis and Palestinians
The Prime Minister renews invitation to Francis to visit Israel , which should take place at the end of May next year. Relations between the State authorities and Catholics and between Israel and the Holy See also discussed, with the hope of a speedy conclusion of overdue Accord.
Cardinal Gracias celebrates the start of Advent among Dharavi’s poor
Together with Caritas India, the Archbishop of Mumbai has launched a Christmas campaign to raise awareness of the "needy" living in the city. The initiative was launched with a visit to the largest slum in India and Asia, home to hundreds of thousands of inhabitants. The cardinal recalled Pope Francis, who "praised the courage of the poor , urging society to welcome them with love and compassion."
Bangkok: police use rubber bullets in clashes with anti-government protesters
The prime minister rejects calls for her resignation, but is willing to dialogue with the opposition. Protest leaders ultimatum of "two days" for the government to quit. For now, the army remains on sidelines. Sources tell AsiaNews that the protest is degenerating and the effects on the economy are already visible.
Sri Lanka Catholic priest gets death threats from fake intelligence officers
Two men accused Fr SS Johnpillai, parish priest at Our Lady of Guadalupe, of celebrating a Mass in honour of the founder of the Tamil Tigers. Although the priest denied the claim, his attackers put a gun to his head. Without showing any identity papers, the two men said they were with Special Forces and that they had come to question him. Sri Lanka's military denies any involvement.
Prato Chinese Chaplain announces special prayer for fire victims on 8 December
"This painful lesson helps us understand that safety must come first," priest who serves the Chinese community in the Tuscan town tells AsiaNews. "Chinese in Italy are unaware of workplace dangers." The fate of four people still hospitalised in intensive care remains uncertain.
A 131 hour strike. Catholic activist : People victim of political conflict
For Rosaline Costa, coordinator of Hotline Bangladesh, the country" is at the mercy of the ego of politicians." She warns that the "climate has to change, otherwise the situation will get worse." Since January, 347 people have been killed in violent clashes between political factions. Most of them are innocent citizens.
North Sumatra: Hundreds of Islamists attack Protestant community during prayer service
A group of FPI members stopped the Sunday services of the Hkbp in Binjai. Fundamentalists threaten Christians, who are forced to leave under police escort. Attack sparked by false accusations of promoting religious activities in a building without permission. A case pending for more than five years.
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Crashed NY Metro-North train was 'over speed limit'
Muslim convert behind Marvel's Pakistani-American superhero
Jesse Owens 1936 Berlin Olympics gold medal goes on auction
The medal is one of four won at the event by Owens, who undermined the Nazi plan to make the Games a showcase of their Aryan supremacy doctrine. The whereabouts of his other three gold medals are unknown.
Drug boss Pablo Escobar still divides Colombia
Twenty years ago today, Colombian drug boss Pablo Escobar was shot dead in the city of Medellin while trying to escape from police.
Amazon testing drones for deliveries
Amazon, the world's largest online retailer, is testing unmanned drones to deliver goods to customers, Chief Executive Jeff Bezos says.
Muslim convert behind Marvel's Pakistani-American superhero
Jesse Owens 1936 Berlin Olympics gold medal goes on auction
The medal is one of four won at the event by Owens, who undermined the Nazi plan to make the Games a showcase of their Aryan supremacy doctrine. The whereabouts of his other three gold medals are unknown.
Drug boss Pablo Escobar still divides Colombia
Twenty years ago today, Colombian drug boss Pablo Escobar was shot dead in the city of Medellin while trying to escape from police.
Amazon testing drones for deliveries
Amazon, the world's largest online retailer, is testing unmanned drones to deliver goods to customers, Chief Executive Jeff Bezos says.
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DEM. REP. SAYS PROPOSED VOTER ID LAWS ARE ‘THINLY VEILED ATTEMPTS’ TO ‘SUPPRESS THE VOTING RIGHTS OF AFRICAN AMERICANS’
I’m so tired of the progressive racism, such as that exhibited by Fudge, with the idea that minorities and specifically African-Americans are so “marginal” that they can’t produce an ID. Every other realm of life requires IDs, and it is the one sure way of insuring the person registered to vote is the actual voter. But of course, that’s the problem, isn’t it?
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The Dark History Of Modern Day Zionism
The modern day movement of Zionism is most visibly traced back to a man by the name of Theodor Herzl.
One Palestinian child has been killed by Israel every 3 days for the past 13 years
Almost half of the Palestinian population is under 18. Official statistics from the Ministry of Information in Ramallah have revealed that 1,518 Palestinian children were killed by Israel’s occupation forces from the outbreak of the second Intifada in September 2000 up to April 2013. That’s the equivalent of one Palestinian child killed by Israel every 3 days for almost 13 years. The ministry added that the number of children injured by the Israelis since the start of the Second Intifada against Israel’s occupation has now reached 6,000.
The modern day movement of Zionism is most visibly traced back to a man by the name of Theodor Herzl.
One Palestinian child has been killed by Israel every 3 days for the past 13 years
Almost half of the Palestinian population is under 18. Official statistics from the Ministry of Information in Ramallah have revealed that 1,518 Palestinian children were killed by Israel’s occupation forces from the outbreak of the second Intifada in September 2000 up to April 2013. That’s the equivalent of one Palestinian child killed by Israel every 3 days for almost 13 years. The ministry added that the number of children injured by the Israelis since the start of the Second Intifada against Israel’s occupation has now reached 6,000.
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from EarthSky
Do unemployed people age faster?
Men who are unemployed for more than two years show signs of faster aging in their DNA, according to a study published November 20, 2013 in the journal PLOS ONE.
Search tool finds pics of you based on tag relationships
A new algorithm could profoundly change the way we find photos among the billions on social media sites such as Facebook and Flickr.
How to spot the International Space Station
Every so often, the ISS becomes visible in the night sky. To us on Earth, it looks like a bright star moving quickly above the horizon. The ISS is so bright, it can even been seen from the center of a city. Then, just as suddenly as it appeared, it disappears. NASA has started a Spot the Station program where people from around the world can sign up to receive alerts when the ISS will be visible from your location. You can receive alerts via email or a text message to your phone. Typically, alerts are sent out a few times each month when the station’s orbit is near your location. Visit the Spot the Station website to sign up, and view a list of upcoming sighting opportunities.
Dwarf seahorse’s deadly secret weapon
It may be two inches long, lemon yellow, and the slowest-moving fish in the sea, but it’s also one of the deadliest predators the ocean has ever seen.
A new algorithm could profoundly change the way we find photos among the billions on social media sites such as Facebook and Flickr.
How to spot the International Space Station
Every so often, the ISS becomes visible in the night sky. To us on Earth, it looks like a bright star moving quickly above the horizon. The ISS is so bright, it can even been seen from the center of a city. Then, just as suddenly as it appeared, it disappears. NASA has started a Spot the Station program where people from around the world can sign up to receive alerts when the ISS will be visible from your location. You can receive alerts via email or a text message to your phone. Typically, alerts are sent out a few times each month when the station’s orbit is near your location. Visit the Spot the Station website to sign up, and view a list of upcoming sighting opportunities.
Dwarf seahorse’s deadly secret weapon
It may be two inches long, lemon yellow, and the slowest-moving fish in the sea, but it’s also one of the deadliest predators the ocean has ever seen.
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Abine’s DoNotTrackMe 3.0 Keeps Consumers Safe From Tracking and Fraud
Many of our readers use Abine, Inc.'s DoNotTrackMe free browser extention. It's a great way to block over 600 web trackers. Check out our latest post for more information about version 3.0 that was just released. They are also offering free masked credit cards for private holiday shopping.
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from Family Tree Magazine
Teachers: 20 Ways to Motivate Your Students to Learn More of their Family History
[from Free People Search]
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from The Farmacy (& Strawbale City)
The world is slowly waking up to the fact that, when you give the body what it needs, it can heal things we previously thought were impossible. A fine example of what is often deemed as an incurable health problem is dental cavities, but extensive research is now becoming more public about the true nature of tooth decay and the fact that there are proven remedies that can remedy it.
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John Brown, hanged for raid on Harpers Ferry, Dec 2, 1859
Last Survivor From USS Phoenix Recalls Pearl Harbor Attack
VIDEO (4:16) Frank Yanik not aboard the USS Phoenix when Pearl Harbor was attacked, he was walking to a church service when the attack started.Watch as he talks about what he saw that terrible day.
New Report: Gun Bans Result in Higher Murder Rates
A report issued by the Crime Prevention Research Center, December 01 2013, shows that gun bans result in higher murder rates. The report looks at the January 1997 “handgun ban in England and Wales” to substantiate this.
How the Nazis Used Gun Control
The perennial gun-control debate in America did not begin here. The same arguments for and against were made in the 1920s in the chaos of Germany’s Weimar Republic, which opted for gun registration. Law-abiding persons complied with the law, but the Communists and Nazis committing acts of political violence did not.
ObamaCare’s Next Legal Challenge
The law says Obamacare subsidies can only go through state-run exchanges.
American Humanist Association sues teacher who prayed for sick student
Last Survivor From USS Phoenix Recalls Pearl Harbor Attack
VIDEO (4:16) Frank Yanik not aboard the USS Phoenix when Pearl Harbor was attacked, he was walking to a church service when the attack started.Watch as he talks about what he saw that terrible day.
New Report: Gun Bans Result in Higher Murder Rates
A report issued by the Crime Prevention Research Center, December 01 2013, shows that gun bans result in higher murder rates. The report looks at the January 1997 “handgun ban in England and Wales” to substantiate this.
How the Nazis Used Gun Control
The perennial gun-control debate in America did not begin here. The same arguments for and against were made in the 1920s in the chaos of Germany’s Weimar Republic, which opted for gun registration. Law-abiding persons complied with the law, but the Communists and Nazis committing acts of political violence did not.
ObamaCare’s Next Legal Challenge
The law says Obamacare subsidies can only go through state-run exchanges.
American Humanist Association sues teacher who prayed for sick student
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Illinois High School Requires Students to Submit to Random Alcohol Tests
Group Working to Spread the Truth About the Constitutionality of Christmas
NFL Refuses to Air Gun Manufacturer’s Ad During Super Bowl
Pentagon Considering Closing Commissaries in Order to Save Money
ObamaCare Will Work in 2017, Says Former White House Advisor
Amazon testing deliveries by drone
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from Freedom Foundation
The Farm Boat, a floating, organic farmer's market, has been open since 2010 in Seattle's South Lake Union district. Captain Dave Petrich built his dream business—the Farm Boat—to bring local, organic produce to Washington residents.That all changed when the City of Seattle went after Dave to collect $8,000 in parking fines incurred by someone else.
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from The Heritage Foundation
Beware of Happy Talk on Immigration
Is immigration reform coming back from the dead? Over Thanksgiving, both President Obama and House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) have indicated that the issue —which has meant amnesty, by any other name—is alive on Capitol Hill. Obama said last week that proponents of amnesty should be “thankful” for Boehner’s stated support for immigration reform and prompted laughter by comparing the complicated issue to a turkey that could be sliced up.
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Arson destroys home to cover theft of guns and precious metals
Everett woman killed in head-on collision near Coulee City
URM Says Cyber Attack Has Been Blocked; Credit/Debit Card Use Resumes
Crews Make Rare Dinosaur Find In Montana
White House: 375,000 Visits To Health Care Website
The White House says the government's health care website received 375,000 visitors on Monday by noon.
WINTER IS COMING: Freezing Weather For Washington
A cold front moving through the state Monday is expected to plunge low temperatures below freezing for the rest of the week. Forecasters say high temperatures in Western Washington this week will barely break the freezing mark and lows will range between15 and 25. In Eastern Washington, forecasters expect highs this week in the 20s with lows dropping into single digits.
NTSB: Train Going Too Fast At Curve Before Wreck
Healthcare Workers Prepare For Strike At Deaconess And Valley
Seattle Ferry Theft Raises Security Questions
Amazon Reveals It Wants To Deploy Delivery Drones
Pilots Too Reliant On Computers To Fly Planes May Pose Safety Concern
Seahawks fans set off seismometer during MNF game
King County narrows standard needed for jailing immigrants
1 presumed dead after large corn silo collapses in Roy
Amazon.com sees delivery drones as future
from iFIBRE ONE News
Arson destroys home to cover theft of guns and precious metals
Everett woman killed in head-on collision near Coulee City
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Kerry: With global anti-Semitism on the rise, Israel's voice must be heard everywhere
US secretary of state welcomes Israel's "overdue" invitation to regional group at UN Human Rights Council.
from International Christian Concern
(PERSECUTION.org)
Islamists Massacre 37 Christians; Burn Homes, Churches
Recently, Nigeria's Muslim Fulani herdsmen have increased the unprovoked slaughter of unarmed Christians in their homes, that has been taking place for several years in Plateau state. Many believe that Islamic extremist groups are inciting Fulani Muslims to attack Christian villages in a coordinated campaign of Religious Cleansing.
Seven-Year-Old Christian Boy Tortured and Murdered for Christian Faith in India
Christian Persecution in India Up 400 Percent
International Christian Concern (ICC) has learned that a seven-year-old boy in northern India was brutally tortured and murdered because of his family’s Christian faith. This inhumane murder represents just one particularly brutal incident of Christian persecution as anti-Christian sentiments in India continues to grow.
Recently, Nigeria's Muslim Fulani herdsmen have increased the unprovoked slaughter of unarmed Christians in their homes, that has been taking place for several years in Plateau state. Many believe that Islamic extremist groups are inciting Fulani Muslims to attack Christian villages in a coordinated campaign of Religious Cleansing.
Seven-Year-Old Christian Boy Tortured and Murdered for Christian Faith in India
Christian Persecution in India Up 400 Percent
International Christian Concern (ICC) has learned that a seven-year-old boy in northern India was brutally tortured and murdered because of his family’s Christian faith. This inhumane murder represents just one particularly brutal incident of Christian persecution as anti-Christian sentiments in India continues to grow.
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Kerry: With global anti-Semitism on the rise, Israel's voice must be heard everywhere
US secretary of state welcomes Israel's "overdue" invitation to regional group at UN Human Rights Council.
Labor MK surprised by Abbas’s ‘practical’ stance on security issues
After meeting PA president, Omer Barlev says he was pleasantly surprised to discover Abbas prepared to accept demilitarized Palestinian state.
Netanyahu in Rome: Western sanctions regime against Iranians already unraveling
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s criticism of the world powers’ interim agreement with Iran went from warning the accord would lead to an unraveling of the sanctions regime, to stating in Rome on Monday that this is already happening. “There appears to be general relaxation of sanctions, and a rush to accommodate Iran,” PM warns.
Israelis want to reduce dependency on US, poll finds
Amid tensions between Jerusalem and Washington over Iran deal, 49% of Israeli Jews believe Israel should seek new allies.
PA police arrest Palestinian-Canadian investor after calling to oust Abbas
PA claims businessman "insulted" a PA representative, son says; was released after being held for eight hours.
Report: French envoy honors Hezbollah lawmakers in dinner reception
Dinner could be considered violation of EU sanctions outlawing contact with Hezbollah's military wing; French gov't denies report.
Palestinian, int'l activists stage 'reverse flotilla' to protest IDF Gaza sea blockade
Hundreds of activists take part in flotilla; organizers say boats return to Gaza after Israeli ships, planes "make them fear for safety."
Netanyahu holds first meeting with Pope Francis
Two speak about Iran nuke program, Israeli-Palestinian talks, Christians in Israel and Mideast.
After meeting PA president, Omer Barlev says he was pleasantly surprised to discover Abbas prepared to accept demilitarized Palestinian state.
Netanyahu in Rome: Western sanctions regime against Iranians already unraveling
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s criticism of the world powers’ interim agreement with Iran went from warning the accord would lead to an unraveling of the sanctions regime, to stating in Rome on Monday that this is already happening. “There appears to be general relaxation of sanctions, and a rush to accommodate Iran,” PM warns.
Israelis want to reduce dependency on US, poll finds
Amid tensions between Jerusalem and Washington over Iran deal, 49% of Israeli Jews believe Israel should seek new allies.
PA police arrest Palestinian-Canadian investor after calling to oust Abbas
PA claims businessman "insulted" a PA representative, son says; was released after being held for eight hours.
Report: French envoy honors Hezbollah lawmakers in dinner reception
Dinner could be considered violation of EU sanctions outlawing contact with Hezbollah's military wing; French gov't denies report.
Palestinian, int'l activists stage 'reverse flotilla' to protest IDF Gaza sea blockade
Hundreds of activists take part in flotilla; organizers say boats return to Gaza after Israeli ships, planes "make them fear for safety."
Netanyahu holds first meeting with Pope Francis
Two speak about Iran nuke program, Israeli-Palestinian talks, Christians in Israel and Mideast.
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from KHQ Local News (Spokane)
URM Says Cyber Attack Has Been Blocked; Credit/Debit Card Use Resumes
Crews Make Rare Dinosaur Find In Montana
White House: 375,000 Visits To Health Care Website
The White House says the government's health care website received 375,000 visitors on Monday by noon.
WINTER IS COMING: Freezing Weather For Washington
A cold front moving through the state Monday is expected to plunge low temperatures below freezing for the rest of the week. Forecasters say high temperatures in Western Washington this week will barely break the freezing mark and lows will range between15 and 25. In Eastern Washington, forecasters expect highs this week in the 20s with lows dropping into single digits.
NTSB: Train Going Too Fast At Curve Before Wreck
Healthcare Workers Prepare For Strike At Deaconess And Valley
Seattle Ferry Theft Raises Security Questions
Amazon Reveals It Wants To Deploy Delivery Drones
Pilots Too Reliant On Computers To Fly Planes May Pose Safety Concern
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Chris Hansen: 'We're waiting for the right opportunity'
We spoke to Chris Hansen about the prospects of the NBA or NHL coming back to Seattle.
Seahawks rout Saints 34-7 to clinch playoff berth
Trapped worker presumed dead in Roy mill collapse
'12 Days of Christmas' costs $114K
Amazon unveils plans for deliveries by drone
We spoke to Chris Hansen about the prospects of the NBA or NHL coming back to Seattle.
Seahawks rout Saints 34-7 to clinch playoff berth
Trapped worker presumed dead in Roy mill collapse
'12 Days of Christmas' costs $114K
Amazon unveils plans for deliveries by drone
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from KOMO News (Seattle)
Seahawks fans set off seismometer during MNF game
King County narrows standard needed for jailing immigrants
1 presumed dead after large corn silo collapses in Roy
Amazon.com sees delivery drones as future
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Second suspicious fire hits North Spokane neighborhood
For the second time in four months a suspicious fire has destroyed side-by side duplexes in north Spokane. Early Monday morning fire crews were called to the 2500 block of North Denver Street to a fully-engulfed house fire, right next door to a duplex that was intentionally set afire in August.
For the second time in four months a suspicious fire has destroyed side-by side duplexes in north Spokane. Early Monday morning fire crews were called to the 2500 block of North Denver Street to a fully-engulfed house fire, right next door to a duplex that was intentionally set afire in August.
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Gift Cards Are So Impersonal — 6 Ways to Remedy That
Drink Only the Best Wines Under $10 This Holiday Season
Survey: 1 in 4 Employees Will Spend Half Their Workday Shopping on Cyber Monday
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in December
Cyber Monday Deals: Tablets, Fine Jewelry and Christmas Trees
Drink Only the Best Wines Under $10 This Holiday Season
Survey: 1 in 4 Employees Will Spend Half Their Workday Shopping on Cyber Monday
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in December
Cyber Monday Deals: Tablets, Fine Jewelry and Christmas Trees
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from Mother Nature Network
10 cubicle-friendly indoor plants
These pretty plants will brighten your workday, clean your air and improve concentration.
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from National Review
How the Nazis Used Gun Control
The Weimar Republic’s well-intentioned gun registry became a tool for evil.
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from Natural Society
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Found to Increase Asthma Risk by up to 540%There are numerous causes for asthma, including environmental pollutants, natural airway constrictors like pollen and rag weed, as well as a genetic predisposition. But did you know that research suggests that the rise in asthma cases since the early 1980′s could be due to the use of acetaminophen found in products like Tylenol.
5 Reasons to Rethink ChickenThere are several reasons chicken—and especially mass-produced chicken—might not deserve a place on your plate.
Photos: 5 Absolutely Beautiful Places on Earth You’ve Never Seen (Part 2/3)
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ACLU Sues, Claiming Catholic Hospitals Put Women At Risk
Directly at issue are the bishops' "Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services," which among other things forbid Catholic hospitals to perform abortions, even if the pregnant woman's life or health is at risk. "It's about rules that tie the hands of doctors at Catholic facilities," says ACLU Deputy National Legal Director Louise Melling.
Coin Washer Keeps Tradition Alive at S.F. Hotel
In About-Face, R.I. Governor Describes Spruce As A Christmas Tree
Alleged Perils Of Left-Handedness Don't Always Hold Up
The Truth About The Left Brain / Right Brain Relationship
Amazon's Drone Has Many Asking 'What Could Go Wrong?'
I'm Not Just Gaming, Ma! I'm Helping The World's Farmers
There's no easy way to track all of the world's crops. What's missing, among other things, is an accurate map showing where they are.
Boise Doubles Its Score On Gay Rights Index, Still Lower Than Region
New Ranking: Milwaukee Still Country's Most Segregated Metro Area
Comet ISON Is No More, NASA Says
For The First Time, China Launches A Moon Rover Mission
Uninsured Fret About Getting Health Coverage By New Year's Day
School Stress Takes A Toll On Health, Teens And Parents Say
Could Hawaii Become A Same-Sex Wedding Destination?
Book News: Leaked Salinger Stories Pose An Ethical Dilemma
Deadly Derailment Is Latest Accident For N.Y. Commuter Train Line
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from PreventDisease.com
Documentaries Show Alarming Plastic And BPA Pollution Destroying Our Oceans
Exactly 99 years ago, Leo Hendrik Baekeland invented the first plastic based on a synthetic polymer - Bakelite - and ushered in the age of plastic. From that moment onward, a new kind of pollutant entered the sea; one that took a century or more to degrade.
When It Comes To Marrying Your Sweetheart, Don't Think, But Rather Follow Your Instincts
Although newlyweds may not be completely aware of it, they may know whether their march down the aisle will result in wedded bliss or an unhappy marriage, according to new study led by a Florida State University researcher.
Consumption of Milk As a Teen Not Associated With Stronger Bones And May Actually Increase Fracture Risk
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from The Seattle Post-Intelligencer
Report: More cracks surface in world’s backing of U.S.-led war on drugs
One of the key tactics in the effort to thwart the spread of legal marijuana has been to point out that legalization and especially government-controlled pot markets — such as in Colorado, Washington and, soon, Uruguay — violate international treaties. Chief among those treaties is the United Nation’s “Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances.”
Report: More cracks surface in world’s backing of U.S.-led war on drugs
One of the key tactics in the effort to thwart the spread of legal marijuana has been to point out that legalization and especially government-controlled pot markets — such as in Colorado, Washington and, soon, Uruguay — violate international treaties. Chief among those treaties is the United Nation’s “Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances.”
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from Space.com (& CollectSpacc)
Giant Electric Fields May Supercharge Particles In Earth's Radiation Belts
Huge electric fields in the radiation belts around Earth may help explain how electrons surrounding the planet can be accelerated to speeds near that of light, researchers have found in a new study.
Best Telescopes for Beginners | Telescope Reviews & Buying Guide
How to Preserve Historic Moon Landing Sites for Posterity
How does a country preserve its mark on the moon for decades to come? It may not seem like the moon is a busy space-traffic hub these days, but in the not-too-distant future, that could change. Should we create a national park on the moon?
NASA's Ailing Kepler Spacecraft Could Hunt Alien Planets Once More with New Mission
Huge electric fields in the radiation belts around Earth may help explain how electrons surrounding the planet can be accelerated to speeds near that of light, researchers have found in a new study.
Best Telescopes for Beginners | Telescope Reviews & Buying Guide
How to Preserve Historic Moon Landing Sites for Posterity
How does a country preserve its mark on the moon for decades to come? It may not seem like the moon is a busy space-traffic hub these days, but in the not-too-distant future, that could change. Should we create a national park on the moon?
NASA's Ailing Kepler Spacecraft Could Hunt Alien Planets Once More with New Mission
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from The Spokesman-Review
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from The Telegraph (UK)
Media attacks Obama's 'Soviet-style' publicity policy
Major media organisations protest against being shut out of president's events in favour of official photographer
Child taken from womb by social services
Exclusive: Essex social services have obtained a court order against a woman that allowed her to be forcibly sedated and for her child to be taken from her womb by caesarean section.
Exclusive: Essex social services have obtained a court order against a woman that allowed her to be forcibly sedated and for her child to be taken from her womb by caesarean section.
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from USA Today
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from Viral Nova
You’ll Never Guess What’s At This Spot In the Middle Of Nowhere. My Jaw’s Still On The Floor.
When most people say they “work from home,” they usually mean they sit at their computer in their sweatpants and work online all day. It’s not a bad gig, but it’s nothing like THIS. This woman lives and works out of a tent in the middle of the Transantarctic Mountain Range. These views are sensational.
What An Amazing Dam. Wait… What’s That? Are Those…? No Way!
This amazing herd of alpine ibexes live near a dam in the Gran Paradiso National Park in Northern Italy and have recently started climbing the brick dam much to the amazement of locals. Park officials quickly figured out that they were in fact grazing, licking the old stones for their salts and minerals.
This Kitty Broke Me Down. By The Last Photo In This Post, I Was In Tears.
A female Siamese cat was found seriously hurt on the side of the road. The officer that discovered her didn’t even think she was alive. That’s when things took a turn for the unbelievable – and heartwarming.
Yes, This Is A Boy Chained Up Like A Dog. And The Reason Why Is Even More Heartbreaking.
This is the heartbreaking, true story of a little boy in China named He Zili. He’s 11 years old, and he spends most of his days chained up like a dog in the province of Zhejiang. The reason why is tough to handle.
These 4 Words From A Little Girl Stopped An Olive Garden Manager In His Tracks. So He Did This.
When one man went to dinner at an Olive Garden in Vernon Hills, Ill with his wife, three-year-old daughter and his brother, they got the most heart-warming surprise. Previously, the family had suffered a terrible loss – their house and all of their possessions burned to the ground. When the manager came around to their table after dinner to ask how everything was, the little girl said, “Grandpa’s house burned down.” So what the manager did next was awesome. He brought over the check and this is what it looked like: The Receipt. Total owed: $0.00.
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from The Voice of the Martyrs
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from The Wall Street Journal
Cellphones Leave Gaps for Emergency Services
Mobile Tracking Technology Provides Just a Rough Estimate of a 911 Caller's Location
Why Does Economy Grow More Under Democratic Presidents?
Why Everyone Will Totally Read This Column
A Gawker Editor Tells How He Picks 'Viral' Content Readers Can't Resist Sharing
Why Everyone Will Totally Read This Column
A Gawker Editor Tells How He Picks 'Viral' Content Readers Can't Resist Sharing
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from The Washington Post
The NSA wrote turkey-day talking points, because of course it did
Amazon drones are a fun gimmick, but ground vehicles are the future of retail
NTSB: Train going too fast at curve before wreck
Paul Crouch dies at 79; founder of the Trinity Broadcasting Network
Amazon drones are a fun gimmick, but ground vehicles are the future of retail
NTSB: Train going too fast at curve before wreck
Paul Crouch dies at 79; founder of the Trinity Broadcasting Network
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from The Weekly Standard
Report: Obama Arranging Tehran Visit for Next Year
The Kuwaiti news outlet Al-Jarida reports that President Obama is seeking to arrange a trip to Tehran, Iran next year.
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Colorado petition gatherers harassed, threatened, stalked and intimidated; Media silent
[from Conservative Firing Line]
Senior Homeland Security Adviser A Former Top CAIR Official
from The Wenatchee World
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from 100 Percent FED Up
Colorado petition gatherers harassed, threatened, stalked and intimidated; Media silent
[from Conservative Firing Line]
Just because federal prosecutors labelled CAIR an “entity” of the Muslim Brotherhood doesn’t mean one of its officials can’t work as a senior adviser at DHS, right?
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