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Some sources may require subscription.
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from American Center for Law and Justice
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INDONESIA: This is the first time since its inception that the WTO reached an understanding with all of its 159 Member States. The trade ministers of the various nations were in Bali ( Indonesia). Until the end, the vote of India and Cuba uncertain.
In recent days, dozens among politicians, officials and bureaucrats have flocked to Hindu temples in the center of Kathmandu. The move is a way to escape the crackdown on corruption launched by the Commission for the investigation of abuses committed by the authorities (Ciaa). 64 senior officials must respond to abuses of power and corruption. Lokman Karki , president of Ciaa, states: "No Hindu deity will save them."
The authorities have handed over o Kasimov Khan mosque to the Russian Spiritual Council of Muslims, built in the fifteenth century by the Tartars.
SYRIA: Al Jazeera broadcasts video in which the religious sisters claim to be "protected" for " their safety." Shortly before, the al- Ahrar Brigades Qalamoun, the opposition claimed the kidnapping and demanded the release of thousands of Syrian women in prisons Assad.
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from Campus Reform
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from CNSNews.com
1,148,000 Fewer Americans Have Jobs Today Than 7 Yrs Ago
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from The Daily Caller
Is this Common Core math question the worst math question in human history?
America Before Pearl Harbor - Early Kodachrome Images[from 2006] As the 1930s came to a close, Kodak came out with Kodachrome film – the first commercially viable color film available to the general public. In 1937 and 1938, the colors were still not stable and accurate, but by 1939 Kodachrome was producing color images of remarkable precision.
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from Daily Kos
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from Daily Star
Climate change warning: Killer winter storms for next THIRTY years
KILLER freezes, floods and heatwaves will devastate Britain during the next 30 years, climate experts have warned.
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from EarthSky
Humans aren’t top predators, says new report
Despite a global increase in meat consumption, humans are far from the top of the food chain.
Have we seen the last of Comet ISON?
Comet ISON is now thought to be a traveling debris field, with no solid nucleus or core. Will we see the debris field from Earth? No one knows yet.
Despite a global increase in meat consumption, humans are far from the top of the food chain.
Have we seen the last of Comet ISON?
Comet ISON is now thought to be a traveling debris field, with no solid nucleus or core. Will we see the debris field from Earth? No one knows yet.
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from examiner.com
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from The Federalist Papers
Franklin Delano Roosevelt – Pearl Harbor Address
Only Color Footage of the Pearl Harbor Attack, 12-07-1941
Watch the Terrifying ‘War on Christmas’ Ad That’s Been Airing on Fox and MSNBC
Texas Lt. Governor: We Shut Down the Border Ourselves
Ex-Official Says FBI Can Secretly Activate an Individual’s Webcam Without the Indicator Light Turning On
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from Fox News
Fifth Grader Suspended for Shooting Imaginary Arrow!?
Pastor Rick Warren Opens Up About the Death of His Son and 'The Daniel Plan'
American citizen Merrill Newman deported from North Korea lands in San Francisco
Rare warplane that survived Pearl Harbor attack returning to US
Pastor Rick Warren Opens Up About the Death of His Son and 'The Daniel Plan'
American citizen Merrill Newman deported from North Korea lands in San Francisco
Rare warplane that survived Pearl Harbor attack returning to US
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from The Heritage Foundation
Farm Bill: Money for Nothin'… I Want My Subsidy
Daniel Hannan Explains Why the English-Speaking World Is the Most Committed to Individual Liberty
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Obama: Israel-PA accord would need transition period
Obama speaking at the SABAN Forum, says US commitment to Israel's security 'sacrosanct'
Pearl Harbor ceremony marks bombing anniversary
Flight diverts to Spokane after teen dies on-board
5 trends beneath the surface in Nov. jobs report
Victim of botched laser surgery to get $30M
A jury has recently awarded an additional $18 million to a woman whose botched surgery at a Wenatchee hospital left her unable to speak. The Wenatchee World reports that Becky S. Anderson was having polyps removed from her vocal cords with a laser last year when a breathing tube in her throat caught fire. Central Washington Hospital agreed to pay $12 million to settle claims against it. A King County Superior Court jury has ordered that two other entities - Wenatchee Valley Medical Center and Wenatchee Anesthesia Associates - pay a combined $18 million.
Police: Newlyweds killed man for thrills
A Philadelphia couple married for just three weeks lured a man to his death with a Craigslist ad because they wanted to kill someone together, police said.
Gene therapy scores big wins against blood cancers
In one of the biggest advances against leukemia and other blood cancers in many years, doctors are reporting unprecedented success by using gene therapy to transform patients' blood cells into soldiers that seek and destroy cancer.
Feds balk at paper health application
Federal health officials, after encouraging alternate sign-up methods amid the fumbled rollout of their online insurance website, began quietly urging counselors around the country this week to stop using paper applications to enroll people in health insurance because of concerns those applications would not be processed in time.
Wash. growers hopeful as China seeks apple export
China has its sights set on exporting its fruit to the United States. And that's OK with growers in Washington, who harvest the bulk of America's apple crop.
Economic bright spots not a sure boost for Obama
To a struggling White House, the economy that was supposed to be a political millstone is losing some drag. An uptick in growth and a downturn in unemployment give the president a stronger story line going into the 2014 congressional election year. They also provide Democrats with a counterpoint to Republican attacks on Obama's health law.
Local survivors remember Pearl Harbor
Teenage boy dies on flight diverted to Spokane
First same-sex couple married in Washington reflects on one-year anniversary
Murder victim’s family to hold memorial service Saturday
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Daniel Hannan Explains Why the English-Speaking World Is the Most Committed to Individual Liberty
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from International Christian Concern
(PERSECUTION.org)
Hundreds of Christians Left Churchless as Indonesian Authorities Tear Down Worship Center
International Christian Concern (ICC) has just learned that district authorities in Sulawesi, Indonesia began demolishing the South Sulawesi Christian Church on Wednesday after the local government issued an injunction ordering the members to completely halt all worship services late last week. The demolition of the protestant church is being called an “act of barbarism” and an example of “zero tolerance” towards religious minorities by Indonesian human rights observers. By Friday morning, authorities were still in the process of dismantling the church.
Activist: President Obama Ignores Religious Persecution in China
The following excerpt is from an interview with Pastor Bob Fu, the founder and president of ChinaAid, a non-profit advocacy organization based in Texas that focuses on human rights issues in China, especially those involving religious freedom. Pastor Fu expresses his belief that while both the Clinton and Bush administrations took serious, concrete action to address the violation of religious freedom in China, the current administration has ignored the issue. Pastor Fu even points out that while he had direct access to the White House under the Bush administration, he was at one point even "black-listed" from attending a meeting at the White House, probably for fear of upsetting China.
International Christian Concern (ICC) has just learned that district authorities in Sulawesi, Indonesia began demolishing the South Sulawesi Christian Church on Wednesday after the local government issued an injunction ordering the members to completely halt all worship services late last week. The demolition of the protestant church is being called an “act of barbarism” and an example of “zero tolerance” towards religious minorities by Indonesian human rights observers. By Friday morning, authorities were still in the process of dismantling the church.
Activist: President Obama Ignores Religious Persecution in China
The following excerpt is from an interview with Pastor Bob Fu, the founder and president of ChinaAid, a non-profit advocacy organization based in Texas that focuses on human rights issues in China, especially those involving religious freedom. Pastor Fu expresses his belief that while both the Clinton and Bush administrations took serious, concrete action to address the violation of religious freedom in China, the current administration has ignored the issue. Pastor Fu even points out that while he had direct access to the White House under the Bush administration, he was at one point even "black-listed" from attending a meeting at the White House, probably for fear of upsetting China.
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from The Jerusalem Post
Israel can’t expect replica of Gaza in West Bank, that is unacceptable, US president tells Saban Forum; says he feels "framework" for agreement could be reached over "next several months."
US President hails efficacy of sanctions against Iran but says a diplomatic resolution of nuclear issue must be tested; on Israeli-Palestinian peace says could be restricted to W. Bank and Gaza could follow.
When their euphoria subsides, Iran’s leaders will discover that their social, political and strategic problems were not caused by the sanctions and will not be solved by their removal.
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from KHQ Local News (Spokane)
from KING 5 (Seattle)
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from KIRO 7 Eyewitness News (Seattle)
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from KOMO News (Seattle)
Pearl Harbor ceremony marks bombing anniversary
Flight diverts to Spokane after teen dies on-board
5 trends beneath the surface in Nov. jobs report
Victim of botched laser surgery to get $30M
A jury has recently awarded an additional $18 million to a woman whose botched surgery at a Wenatchee hospital left her unable to speak. The Wenatchee World reports that Becky S. Anderson was having polyps removed from her vocal cords with a laser last year when a breathing tube in her throat caught fire. Central Washington Hospital agreed to pay $12 million to settle claims against it. A King County Superior Court jury has ordered that two other entities - Wenatchee Valley Medical Center and Wenatchee Anesthesia Associates - pay a combined $18 million.
Police: Newlyweds killed man for thrills
A Philadelphia couple married for just three weeks lured a man to his death with a Craigslist ad because they wanted to kill someone together, police said.
Gene therapy scores big wins against blood cancers
In one of the biggest advances against leukemia and other blood cancers in many years, doctors are reporting unprecedented success by using gene therapy to transform patients' blood cells into soldiers that seek and destroy cancer.
Feds balk at paper health application
Federal health officials, after encouraging alternate sign-up methods amid the fumbled rollout of their online insurance website, began quietly urging counselors around the country this week to stop using paper applications to enroll people in health insurance because of concerns those applications would not be processed in time.
Wash. growers hopeful as China seeks apple export
China has its sights set on exporting its fruit to the United States. And that's OK with growers in Washington, who harvest the bulk of America's apple crop.
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from KREM 2 News (Spokane)
Economic bright spots not a sure boost for Obama
To a struggling White House, the economy that was supposed to be a political millstone is losing some drag. An uptick in growth and a downturn in unemployment give the president a stronger story line going into the 2014 congressional election year. They also provide Democrats with a counterpoint to Republican attacks on Obama's health law.
Local survivors remember Pearl Harbor
Teenage boy dies on flight diverted to Spokane
First same-sex couple married in Washington reflects on one-year anniversary
Murder victim’s family to hold memorial service Saturday
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from KXLY 4 News (Spokane)
Improving economy: Is it for real?
Despite positive signs, not everyone feeling effects
Teen's death causes emergency landing at Spokane Int'l
Local organization treats military families to carousel ride
Remembering Pearl Harbor Day
U.S. Navy video
Despite positive signs, not everyone feeling effects
Teen's death causes emergency landing at Spokane Int'l
Local organization treats military families to carousel ride
Remembering Pearl Harbor Day
U.S. Navy video
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from Lars Larson
Should corporations have to disclose their political donations? Adam Winkler weighs in.
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from Money Talks News
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from Mother Nature Network
Looking to make this holiday special without breaking the bank? Consider handmade gifts. Here are 10 ways to put a special glow into Christmas — or any other holiday that requires a gift.
Sure, you can use a fake tree over and over again, but do you really want something made of PVC in your home over and over again? Matt Hickman investigates.
The benefits of supporting local businesses run deeper than merely putting money back into the local economy.
The mix of slow-burning carbohydrates and fiber found in oats is a great source of fuel for breakfast.
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from National Review
The Nineties taught us it’s not guilt that matters; it’s political will.
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from Natural Society
from NBC News (& affiliates)
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from Newsmax
Legal Scholar Turley: 'Imperial Presidency' Emerging
Napolitano: Pope Misguided on Capitalism
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from NPR
Should Schools Teach Social Media Skills?
How Mandela Expanded The Art Of The Possible
The Scent Of Pepper Spray Is In The Air
Will They Ever Leave? What It Takes To Nudge Millennials Out Of Nest
Gene Therapy Keeps 'Bubble Boy' Disease At Bay In 8 Children
Fishery Closure Puts New England's Shrimp Season On Ice
This week, regulators shut down the New England fishery for Gulf of Maine shrimp for the first time in 35 years.
With The Help Of Smugglers, Syrian Refugees Sneak Into Europe
How Mandela Expanded The Art Of The Possible
The Scent Of Pepper Spray Is In The Air
Will They Ever Leave? What It Takes To Nudge Millennials Out Of Nest
Gene Therapy Keeps 'Bubble Boy' Disease At Bay In 8 Children
Fishery Closure Puts New England's Shrimp Season On Ice
This week, regulators shut down the New England fishery for Gulf of Maine shrimp for the first time in 35 years.
With The Help Of Smugglers, Syrian Refugees Sneak Into Europe
Many refugees believe the civil war will drag on for years and are looking to start a new life.
Social Security Fight Exposes Democratic Divide On Populism
As We Memorialize Mandela, Remember Those Who Stood With Himn.pr
How Mandela Expanded The Art Of The Possible
Social Security Fight Exposes Democratic Divide On Populism
As We Memorialize Mandela, Remember Those Who Stood With Himn.pr
How Mandela Expanded The Art Of The Possible
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from One Minute Healings
[from Treehugger]
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from Real Clear Politics
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from Reason
What We Saw at NYC's Fast Food Strike
Less than 0.1 percent of the industry's workforce participated.
Less than 0.1 percent of the industry's workforce participated.
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from Red State
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from Sky News
Details of the icon's funeral are revealed - as South Africans dance and sing outside the home of the country's "greatest son".
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from Space.com (& CollectSpacc)
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from The Spokesman-Review
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Plane Crashes at Beach Video - Facebook Rumour
A video of a plane flying over a beach before disappearing behind buildings and then reappearing and crash landing into the sea is circulating Facebook. However the video, which stops when the plane lands in the sea, is a TV commercial for a travel company. The video stops prematurely – if it continued you would see the door of the plane open and swimsuit-clad men and women exit shouting “PARTY” along with the logo of the travel company appearing on the screen. The video is the result of digital manipulation and has been online since 2008. Social media and the Internet is rife with rumour, misinformation, propoganda and untruth. It is like this because people can be irresponisible with what information they choose to share.
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from The Washington Examiner
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from The Washington Post
FBI’s search for ‘Mo,’ suspect in bomb threats, highlights use of malware for surveillance
An effective eye drug is available for $50. But many doctors choose a $2,000 alternative.
The two drugs have been declared equivalently miraculous. Tested side by side in six major trials, both prevent blindness in a common old-age affliction. Biologically, they are cousins. They’re even made by the same company. But one holds a clear price advantage. Avastin costs about $50 per injection. Lucentis costs about $2,000 per injection. Doctors choose the more expensive drug more than half a million times every year, a choice that costs the Medicare program, the largest single customer, an extra $1 billion or more annually.
An effective eye drug is available for $50. But many doctors choose a $2,000 alternative.
The two drugs have been declared equivalently miraculous. Tested side by side in six major trials, both prevent blindness in a common old-age affliction. Biologically, they are cousins. They’re even made by the same company. But one holds a clear price advantage. Avastin costs about $50 per injection. Lucentis costs about $2,000 per injection. Doctors choose the more expensive drug more than half a million times every year, a choice that costs the Medicare program, the largest single customer, an extra $1 billion or more annually.
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from The Weekly Standard
Thorns Among the Roses
Yesterday the government reported that 203,000 jobs were created in November, taking the unemployment rate down to 7.0 percent from 7.3 percent in October. The labor force participation rate—the portion of the civilian population that is either employed or looking for work—seems to have stabilized after a long decline from 67.1 percent in 2000, to 65.6 percent at the start of the recent recession, to a four-decade low of 62.8 percent in October, with 16-24 year-old workers leading the drop outs. That rate ticked up last month to 63.0 percent.
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from 100 Percent FED Up
Weekly Address: Calling on Congress to Extend Unemployment Benefits this Holiday Season
In this week's address, President Obama says that before Congress leaves for vacation, they should extend unemployment benefits for 1.3 million hardworking Americans who will lose this lifeline at the end of the year.
In this week's address, President Obama says that before Congress leaves for vacation, they should extend unemployment benefits for 1.3 million hardworking Americans who will lose this lifeline at the end of the year.
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