NewsCenterd: November 2014

Sunday, November 30, 2014

"Earth's Invisible 'Star Trek' Force Field Protects You From Killer Electrons" - in #Strange

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By Ed Mazza

The Earth is surrounded by “killer electrons,” and it turns out one of the only things protecting us from them is an invisible force field of the type usually seen in sci-fi flicks.
These electrons, part...

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"Space Shots: A Gallery Of The Universe's Best Images" - in #ScienceNews

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By Popular Science Staff

Photos, visualizations, and other pictures of outer space, updated almost daily by the editors of Popular Science…
Read more here: Space Shots: A Gallery Of The Universe’s Best Images

Read More...Space Shots: A Gallery Of The Universe's Best Images

"On the CDC’s Latest Abortion Report" - in #Politics

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By Jake (Diary)

[H/T The Daily Caller]
The news this past Friday mostly centered on covering Black Friday and issues relating to the events in Ferguson, but amid all of these stories, the CDC has released its latest abortion...

Read More...On the CDC’s Latest Abortion Report

"Doesn't End With Ferguson: America's Racial Divide Is Deep" - in #USNews

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The discussion about Ferguson shifted toward long-term solutions, as a ‘Meet the Press’ panel of experts agreed that a culture change is needed.

Read more here: Doesn’t End With Ferguson: America’s Racial...

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"Jordan Reed injury update: Washington TE will play, will be a risky TE1 for fantasy owners" - in #Sports

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By Andrew Fox Miller

Jordan Reed will suit up against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. We take a look at what fantasy owners can expect.
Jordan Reed is officially active in Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts....

Read More...Jordan Reed injury update: Washington TE will play, will be a risky TE1 for fantasy owners

"School Playground Evacuated Due To 'Aggressive' Squirrel: Report" - in #Strange

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By Hilary Hanson

A tail of terror or a nutty lie?
Multiple UK publications reported last week that a school playground had to be evacuated earlier this month after an “unusually aggressive” gray squirrel became too much of a thr...

Read More...School Playground Evacuated Due To 'Aggressive' Squirrel: Report

"Where does Ohio State go after losing J.T. Barrett?" - in #Sports

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By Ryan Nanni
With Barrett out for the season with a broken ankle, what’s next for the Buckeyes?

Read more here: Where does Ohio State go after losing J.T. Barrett?

Read More...Where does Ohio State go after losing J.T. Barrett?

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

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Watch what the experts at The Weather Channel ® have to say about the weather trends in the United States for the next 3-days.
Read more here: Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast

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"Chargers vs. Ravens 2014: Online streaming, time, TV schedule and radio" - in #Sports

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By James Brady

The San Diego Chargers and Baltimore Ravens will try and help themselves in the playoff race with a win in Week 13.
The San Diego Chargers will visit the Baltimore Ravens in Week 13 with both teams in the middle of...

Read More...Chargers vs. Ravens 2014: Online streaming, time, TV schedule and radio

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Saints expected to move on from Rob Ryan after 2014" - in #Sports

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By Adam Stites

Sean Payton and Rob Ryan “strongly dislike each other” and the rift will likely end with a new defensive coordinator in New Orleans.
A rift between Sean Payton and Rob Ryan is expected to result in a...

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"NFL injury report, Week 13: Arian Foster, Larry Fitzgerald aiming to play" - in #Sports

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By Ali Mohamadi

In his weekly column, SB Nation Medical Expert Dr. Ali Mohamadi gives insight into the most notable injuries in the fantasy landscape and how they might affect your roster decisions for Week 13.
Arian Foster...

Read More...NFL injury report, Week 13: Arian Foster, Larry Fitzgerald aiming to play

"NFL injury report, Week 13: Arian Foster, Larry Fitzgerald aiming to play" - in #Sports

"Cardinals vs. Falcons 2014 live stream: Time, TV schedule and how to watch online" - in #Sports

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By Mark Sandritter

Although their seasons have gone down very different paths this season, the Falcons and Cardinals will both have plenty to play for on Sunday in Atlanta.
Two weeks ago, the Arizona Cardinals were in control of...

Read More...Cardinals vs. Falcons 2014 live stream: Time, TV schedule and how to watch online

"'Under Our Nose': Discovery of Missing Boy Sparks Soul-Searching" - in #USNews

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The boy — who had been missing for four years — was found behind a wall camouflaged with towels and later reunited with his mother.

Read more here: ‘Under Our Nose’: Discovery of Missing Boy Sparks Soul-Searching

Read More...'Under Our Nose': Discovery of Missing Boy Sparks Soul-Searching

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Bird Bomb? Cops Kill Suspicious Feathered 'Friend'" - in #WorldHeadlines

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The wild bird was found Saturday morning walking with a small antenna and suspicious device in the Faryab province. Police shot and killed it.

Read more here: Bird Bomb? Cops Kill Suspicious Feathered ‘Friend’

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"Why Southern Democrats can’t win" - in #Politics

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By streiff (Diary)

I’m not in the business of giving electoral advice to Democrats. Unlike Chuck Schumer, who went out of his way to tell us what we had to do on immigration or face a blow-out in 2014, I enjoy blow-out...

Read More...Why Southern Democrats can’t win

"Coalition Airstrikes Pound ISIS Stronghold In Syria" - in #Politics

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By Nick Robins-Early

BEIRUT (AP) — U.S.-led coalition warplanes carried out as many as 30 airstrikes overnight against Islamic State militants in and around the group’s de facto capital in northeastern Syria, activists said ...

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"Chargers-Ravens fantasy projections, Week 13: Steve Smith, Justin Forsett, Ryan Mathews among names to watch" - in #Sports

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By Jack Choros

We break down the Week 13 matchup between the San Diego Chargers and the Baltimore Ravens.
The Week 13 matchup between the San Diego Chargers and the Baltimore Ravens features two teams with reinvigorated running...

Read More...Chargers-Ravens fantasy projections, Week 13: Steve Smith, Justin Forsett, Ryan Mathews among names to watch

"Chargers-Ravens fantasy projections, Week 13: Steve Smith, Justin Forsett, Ryan Mathews among names to watch" - in #Sports

"Chargers vs. Ravens start/sit advice: Philip Rivers takes San Diego to Baltimore and Joe Flacco" - in #Sports

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By Daniel Kelley

The NFL in 2014 is all about good-but-not-great teams. Here are two more!
Both the San Diego Chargers and Baltimore Ravens sit at 7-4. Both teams have won two in a row to end losing streaks that threatened to...

Read More...Chargers vs. Ravens start/sit advice: Philip Rivers takes San Diego to Baltimore and Joe Flacco

"Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 13: Eli Manning" - in #Sports

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By Michael Gallagher

Eli Manning has Odell Beckham Jr., but is that enough for Eli’s fantasy owners?
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning has been on a roller-coaster ride all season. He is coming off a big game against...

Read More...Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 13: Eli Manning

"'Under Our Nose': Boy Found Behind Wall Sparks Soul-Searching" - in #USNews

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The boy — who had been missing for four years — was found behind a wall camouflaged with towels and later reunited with his mother.

Read more here: ‘Under Our Nose’: Boy Found Behind Wall Sparks Soul-Searching

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"'Under Our Nose': Boy Found Behind Wall Sparks Soul-Searching" - in #USNews

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The boy — who had been missing for four years — was found behind a wall camouflaged with towels and later reunited with his mother.

Read more here: ‘Under Our Nose’: Boy Found Behind Wall Sparks Soul-Searching

Read More...'Under Our Nose': Boy Found Behind Wall Sparks Soul-Searching

"Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 13: Isaiah Crowell" - in #Sports

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By Michael Gallagher

Isaiah Crowell lit it up for his savvy fantasy owners last week. Should they ride him again?
Cleveland Browns running back Isaiah Crowell was a star of Week 12. He hit pay dirt two times against the Atlanta...

Read More...Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 13: Isaiah Crowell

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Fantasy start/sit advice, Week 13: Matt Asiata" - in #Sports

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By Brian Pollak

The Vikings running back is set to return to action. Can he make a difference in Week 13?
Minnesota Vikings running back Matt Asiata is set to return to the field after recovering from a concussion suffered in...

Read More...Fantasy start/sit advice, Week 13: Matt Asiata

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Sorry, Princess! Thai Prince Strips Wife of Royal Name" - in #USNews

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Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn’s office ordered the Interior Ministry to strip Princess Srirasmi’s family of the royal-appointed surname Akharaphongpreecha.

Read more here: Sorry, Princess! Thai Prince Strips Wife...

Read More...Sorry, Princess! Thai Prince Strips Wife of Royal Name

"Fantasy start/sit advice, Week 13: Kyle Rudolph" - in #Sports

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By Brian Pollak

The Vikings tight end is set for another heavy workload. Is he worth the fantasy start in Week 13?
Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph played his first full game last week since recovering from his mid-season...

Read More...Fantasy start/sit advice, Week 13: Kyle Rudolph

"Latavius Murray injury update: Raiders RB ruled out; has fantasy value going forward" - in #Sports

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By James Brady

Latavius Murray will not play in Oakland’s game against the Rams on Sunday. We break down the fantasy implications.
Oakland Raiders running back Latavius Murray has been ruled out for Week 13 with a...

Read More...Latavius Murray injury update: Raiders RB ruled out; has fantasy value going forward

"Fantasy start/sit advice, Week 13: Andrew Hawkins" - in #Sports

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By Brian Pollak

The Browns receiver survived the return of Josh Gordon. Is he worth the start in Week 13?
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Andrew Hawkins settled in nicely to his new role last week. He was relegated from the No. 1...

Read More...Fantasy start/sit advice, Week 13: Andrew Hawkins

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Shelled and Unpaid: Ukrainians Left Behind by War" - in #USNews

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By Kristina Jovanovski

Many residents in Ukraine’s city of Donetsk are struggling on with their lives amid a conflict in which one million people have fled their homes.

Read more here: Shelled and Unpaid: Ukrainians Left...

Read More...Shelled and Unpaid: Ukrainians Left Behind by War

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Serie A, Week 13: 3 games to watch" - in #Sports

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By Kirsten Schlewitz

Plus, we’re giving you permission to skip Juventus vs. Torino.
Let’s face it — even stretched out over three days, there’s a lot of calcio to be watched this weekend. So you’re...

Read More...Serie A, Week 13: 3 games to watch

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Boy Missing for Four Years Found in 'False Wall': Cops" - in #USNews

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Five people have been charged with obstruction, false imprisonment and cruelty to children

Read more here: Boy Missing for Four Years Found in ‘False Wall’: Cops

Read More...Boy Missing for Four Years Found in 'False Wall': Cops

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Tradition Saves Camels’ Spot in Jordan’s Desert Forces" - in #WorldHeadlines

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By By BEN HUBBARD

Jordan’s Royal Desert Forces, descended from a camel corps, still rely on the animals for work like catching smugglers and recovering stolen cars on rough terrain.

Read more here: Tradition Saves Camels’ ...

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"Today in History for 30th November 2014" - in #History

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Historical Events
1406 - Angelo Correr elected Pope Gregory XII1908 - 8th Davis Cup: Australasia beats USA in Melbourne (3-2)1963 - 51st CFL Grey Cup: Hamilton Tiger-Cats defeats BC Lions, 21-101975 - Dahomey becomes Benin1990 - US...

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"Today in History for 30th November 2014" - in #History

Saturday, November 29, 2014

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Meet Evan-tube, the kid YouTube toy review sensation" - in #Financial

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By TODAY

Read more here: Meet Evan-tube, the kid YouTube toy review sensation

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"Derrick Rose has been great for the Bulls -- when he's healthy" - in #Sports

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By Jesus Gomez

With every game he plays, Rose shows that he is still an impact player. That’s why the emphasis should solely be on keeping him healthy.
After leaving Tuesday night’s game against the Nuggets in the...

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"Refs slip and slide on West Virginia sideline" - in #Sports

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By Seth Rosenthal

The West Virginia-Iowa State game has been equipped with a Slip-and-SlidelineTM. Nobody told the refs:

Seriously, though, be careful. That could seriously hurt somebody.
(h/t @CCMachine)
Read more here: Refs...

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"Why I Said I’d Have Shot Michael Brown in the Face" - in #Politics

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By Ben Howe (Diary)

I strongly believe twitter is a platform which is every bit a part of “real life” in that things said there can have huge consequences (see Anthony Weiner for example). And while I also believe Michelle Malkin ...

Read More...Why I Said I’d Have Shot Michael Brown in the Face

"'Good News': No More Cases of Ebola in Mali" - in #WorldHeadlines

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A suspected case turned out to be negative and one person was cured. A further 285 people are still being monitored.

Read more here: ‘Good News’: No More Cases of Ebola in Mali

Read More...'Good News': No More Cases of Ebola in Mali

"Texas to Execute Man Who Lawyers Say Is Delusional" - in #USNews

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Scott Panetti, who was convicted of capital murder in 1995, is set to die by lethal injection on Dec. 3.

Read more here: Texas to Execute Man Who Lawyers Say Is Delusional

Read More...Texas to Execute Man Who Lawyers Say Is Delusional

"Pope Prays in Istanbul Mosque In New Outreach" - in #WorldHeadlines

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Pope Francis stood Saturday for two minutes of silent prayer facing east inside one of Istanbul’s most important mosques.

Read more here: Pope Prays in Istanbul Mosque In New Outreach

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"Kentucky players step on Louisville logo, scuffle ensues" - in #Sports

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By Seth Rosenthal

Rivalry weekend!

(via ESPN)
The way the College GameDay guys described it, some Kentucky players were stepping on the toothy Louisville Cardinal logo at midfield. Louisville players didn’t like that, so...

Read More...Kentucky players step on Louisville logo, scuffle ensues

"#LASen: Landrieu’s Chief of Staff Shoots Her in the Foot (Metaphorically)" - in #Politics

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By Jake (Diary)

To borrow from Moe Lane: Come, I will conceal nothing from you. We already know how the Louisiana Senate run-off is going to end, but in case Louisiana Republicans and conservatives need any more reason to get to...

Read More...#LASen: Landrieu’s Chief of Staff Shoots Her in the Foot (Metaphorically)

"#LASen: Landrieu’s Chief of Staff Shoots Her in the Foot (Metaphorically)" - in #Politics

"Egypt Drops Murder Charges Against Ousted Mubarak" - in #WorldHeadlines

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An Egyptian court has dismissed murder charges against former President Hosni Mubarak in connection with the killing of hundreds of protesters.

Read more here: Egypt Drops Murder Charges Against Ousted Mubarak

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"Attack in Western China Leaves at Least 15 People Dead" - in #WorldHeadlines

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By By CHRIS BUCKLEY The police in Xinjiang shot dead 11 members of a gang who killed four people and wounded 14 in an attack on a busy street, official Chinese media said.

Read more here: Attack in Western China Leaves at Least...

Read More...Attack in Western China Leaves at Least 15 People Dead

"Attack in Western China Leaves at Least 15 People Dead" - in #WorldHeadlines

"Brownsbills Day returns!" - in #Sports

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By Ryan Nanni

The most special holiday in the NFL. And this time both the Browns and Bills have winning records, making this Brownsbills Day Supreme!
Everyone’s a little friendlier this time of year, because we’re...

Read More...Brownsbills Day returns!

"Tyler Ennis scores jaw-dropping no-look backhand goal for Sabres" - in #Sports

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By Michael Katz

There may not be a better goal all year.

This is where Tyler Ennis was facing when he shot that puck.

And this is where he ended up when the puck was in the net.

That is some pretty good hockeying,...

Read More...Tyler Ennis scores jaw-dropping no-look backhand goal for Sabres

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"NFL picks and predictions, Chargers vs. Ravens 2014: Baltimore favored to win" - in #Sports

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By Matt Verderame

One of the most important games this weekend features Baltimore and San Diego, two teams desperately fighting for an AFC playoff spot.
In Week 13, the playoff picture is starting to shape up, showing us which...

Read More...NFL picks and predictions, Chargers vs. Ravens 2014: Baltimore favored to win

"Westboro Baptist Church Gets Punked With Thanksgiving Avian Flu Turkey Prank" - in #Politics

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By Noah Michelson

Aw, poor Westboro Baptist Church!
The vehemently anti-queer group, which infamously protests the funerals of American soldiers and the concerts of super stars like Cher because it believes those events promote...

Read More...Westboro Baptist Church Gets Punked With Thanksgiving Avian Flu Turkey Prank

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Gunmen Storm Foreign Compund in Afghan Capital" - in #WorldHeadlines

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The Taliban claimed responsibility for a suicide attack and raid on a compound housing foreign workers in the Afghan capital.

Read more here: Gunmen Storm Foreign Compund in Afghan Capital

Read More...Gunmen Storm Foreign Compund in Afghan Capital

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"How to watch Illinois vs. Northwestern: Game guide, TV/streaming, odds" - in #Sports

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By Kevin Trahan

The LOLHAT game finally means something!
Given the typical states of the Northwestern and Illinois football programs, it’s not often that the Land of Lincoln rivalry game — played for the LOLHAT trophy — mea...

Read More...How to watch Illinois vs. Northwestern: Game guide, TV/streaming, odds

"How to watch Illinois vs. Northwestern: Game guide, TV/streaming, odds" - in #Sports

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Egypt Court Drops Murder Charges Against Ousted Mubarak" - in #USNews

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An Egyptian court has dismissed murder charges against former President Hosni Mubarak in connection with the killing of hundreds of protesters.

Read more here: Egypt Court Drops Murder Charges Against Ousted Mubarak

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"Egypt Court Drops Murder Charges Against Ousted Mubarak" - in #USNews

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An Egyptian court has dismissed murder charges against former President Hosni Mubarak in connection with the killing of hundreds of protesters.

Read more here: Egypt Court Drops Murder Charges Against Ousted Mubarak

Read More...Egypt Court Drops Murder Charges Against Ousted Mubarak

"Cop Shot in Head Making 'Miracle' Recovery" - in #USNews

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“His long term prognosis is still unknown but his success up (to) this point is truly a miracle and a blessing,” police chief says on Facebook.

Read more here: Cop Shot in Head Making ‘Miracle’ Recovery

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"How to watch Georgia Tech vs. Georgia: Game guide, TV/streaming, odds" - in #Sports

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By Patrick Vint

It’s Clean, Old Fashioned Hate. Here’s how to watch it.
It’s a rivalry where the teams can’t even agree on the number of times they have played, a rivalry enshrined in two fight songs on...

Read More...How to watch Georgia Tech vs. Georgia: Game guide, TV/streaming, odds

"'Sea Change': Nigeria's Economy Tanks as U.S. Oil Exports Dry Up" - in #USNews

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By Robert Windrem

African nation was formerly a major U.S. supplier, but faces a “rough decade” because of fracking’s abundant yield.

Read more here: ‘Sea Change’: Nigeria’s Economy Tanks as...

Read More...'Sea Change': Nigeria's Economy Tanks as U.S. Oil Exports Dry Up

"'Sea Change': Nigeria's Economy Tanks as U.S. Oil Exports Dry Up" - in #USNews

"West Bromwich Albion vs. Arsenal live stream: Time, TV schedule and how to watch the EPL online" - in #Sports

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By Jack Sargeant

Arsenal suffered yet more injury problems in midweek, offering West Brom an even better chance of upsetting them at the Hawthorns on Saturday.
Arsenal’s season seems to be going from bad to worse, with...

Read More...West Bromwich Albion vs. Arsenal live stream: Time, TV schedule and how to watch the EPL online

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Egypt Clears Ousted Leader Mubarak Over 2011 Deaths" - in #WorldHeadlines

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An Egyptian court dropped its case against president Hosni Mubarak on charges of ordering the killing of protesters during a revolt that ousted him.

Read more here: Egypt Clears Ousted Leader Mubarak Over 2011 Deaths

Read More...Egypt Clears Ousted Leader Mubarak Over 2011 Deaths

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Pope to Visit Sensitive Religious Sites in Istanbul" - in #WorldHeadlines

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Pope Francis was set to visit two of Turkey’s most iconic sites and shifted gears toward religious affairs as he arrived in Istanbul.

Read more here: Pope to Visit Sensitive Religious Sites in Istanbul

Read More...Pope to Visit Sensitive Religious Sites in Istanbul

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Sinosphere Blog: Q. and A.: Ann E. Carlson and Alex Wang on the U.S.-China Climate Accord" - in #WorldHeadlines

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By By EDWARD WONG

Alex Wang and Ann E. Carlson, law professors at the University of California, Los Angeles, who study environmental policy and regulations in the United States and China, responded to questions about the United...

Read More...Sinosphere Blog: Q. and A.: Ann E. Carlson and Alex Wang on the U.S.-China Climate Accord

"Sinosphere Blog: Q. and A.: Ann E. Carlson and Alex Wang on the U.S.-China Climate Accord" - in #WorldHeadlines

"Today in History for 29th November 2014" - in #History

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Historical Events
1887 - US receives rights to Pearl Harbor, on Oahu, Hawaii1902 - Gerhart Hauptmann’s “Der arme Heinrich” premieres in Vienna1924 - 12th CFL Grey Cup: Queen’s University defeat Toronto Balmy...

Read More...Today in History for 29th November 2014

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

Friday, November 28, 2014

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Drug-Resistant Malaria Alarms Experts" - in #USNews

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By Ian Williams

In a research center on the Thai-Myanmar border, the race is on to halt the spread of drug-resistant malaria.

Read more here: Drug-Resistant Malaria Alarms Experts

Read More...Drug-Resistant Malaria Alarms Experts

"Snow turns Western Michigan mascot into COKE HORSE" - in #Sports

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By Michael Katz

Here’s the weather in Kalamazoo, Mich. right now.

So the mascots are having a little snow fight!
Meanwhile on the sideline, there’s a fight going on @Kzoo_Gazette @Drew_on_WMU #WMUFootball...

Read More...Snow turns Western Michigan mascot into COKE HORSE

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"WHO Advises Ebola Survivors Abstain From Sex for Three Months" - in #Health

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Men who recover from Ebola should abstain from sex for three months to minimize the risk of passing the virus on in their semen, officials said Friday

Read more here: WHO Advises Ebola Survivors Abstain From Sex for Three Months

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Joan Walsh’s refusal to understand why Democrats lost" - in #Politics

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By Joe Cunningham (Diary)

Joan Walsh, one of the biggest beacons of White Guilt on the Internet, has released her “reflection” of 2014, and looks back at what she calls her “mistakes” (which, oddly, don’t include almost ever...

Read More...Joan Walsh’s refusal to understand why Democrats lost

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"As Bricks and Clicks Merge, Geeks Are Discovering Politics" - in #Politics

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By Steven Strauss

As with the first industrial revolution, the merger of Clicks and Bricks forces us to ask: Which laws need to be updated, which are just irrelevant, and which are barriers to entry created by special interests? ...

Read More...As Bricks and Clicks Merge, Geeks Are Discovering Politics

"Russian Warships Enter English Channel: Report" - in #WorldHeadlines

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The state-owned RIA news agency said the Russian warships entered into the Strait of Dover to hold military exercises.

Read more here: Russian Warships Enter English Channel: Report

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"Paperthin Sheet Gives Light, Needs Purpose" - in #ScienceNews

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

Lightpaper looks like a tear in reality, or a handheld computer glitch. Rohinni, a technology company with roots in both Idaho and Austin, Texas, created a paper-thin…
Read more here: Paperthin Sheet G...

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"The 2014 rookie receivers are the NFL's best ever by every measure" - in #Sports

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By Louis Bien

The 2014 rookie receiver class is making a strong case as being one of the all-time greats. Let’s break it down for you.
Perhaps the best piece of evidence that the 2014 rookie class of wide receivers may be...

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"In Turkey, Pope Urges More Muslim Opposition to ISIS" - in #WorldHeadlines

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Pope Francis condemned terrorist assaults on Christians and other religious minorities in Iraq and Syria, as he arrived in Turkey Friday.

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"Hillary Clinton: Rock Star" - in #Politics

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By streiff (Diary)

For her entire political career Hillary Clinton has received kid glove treatment by the press. From her time at Rose Law when she made $100,000 in a matter of a few days by investing in cattle futures to her...

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"Black-Out Friday: 175,000 Without Power After Storm" - in #Weather

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At least 175,000 customers were still without power Friday, two days after a winter storm snarled Thanksgiving travel and turkey dinner plans.

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Barack Obama cannot, in any way, be said to have white working class support." - in #Politics

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By Moe Lane (Diary)

Gallup is being a bit, ah, antiseptic on this story: “President Barack Obama’s job approval rating among white non-college graduates is at 27% so far in 2014, 14 percentage points lower than among white c...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"P. D. James, Novelist Known as ‘Queen of Crime,’ Dies at 94" - in #WorldHeadlines

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By By MARILYN STASIO

A consummate stylist, the British author and baroness accumulated numerous awards for the 18 crime novels produced during her 49-year writing career.

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"CRS to Hal Rogers: Do you even appropriate, bro?" - in #Politics

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By streiff (Diary)

A few days ago we discussed the utterly ridiculous claim made by House Appropriations Chairman Hal Rogers that in the upcoming slapfight with Obama over his brutalization of immigration law the GOP could not...

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"Sinosphere Blog: Q. and A.: Ann E. Carlson and Alex Wang on the U.S.-China Climate Accord" - in #WorldHeadlines

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Inside Kobani: Behind Kurdish Lines as Fighters Confront ISIS" - in #WorldHeadlines

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Kurdish fighters spent months resisting ISIS onslaught, helped by allied airstrikes. They now claim to control 80 percent of the battle-scarred town.

Read more here: Inside Kobani: Behind Kurdish Lines as Fighters Confront ISIS

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"College basketball scores: North Carolina finds its groove vs. UCLA" - in #Sports

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By Ricky O’Donnell

Highlights and reaction from a busy college basketball slate on Thursday.
The only meeting between two ranked teams on Thanksgiving happened to take place in a consolation bracket. That’s what...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"How to Cook a Turkey Without Power? Thousands Find Out" - in #Weather

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By Alastair Jamieson and Erik Ortiz and Becky Bratu

Crews made progress restoring power to more than 344,000 left in the dark on Thanksgiving across the Northeast, but many remained without electricity.

Read more here: How to...

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"Bobbie's Buzz: 5 beauty products for the holidays" - in #Fashion

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By Bobbie Thomas

TODAY style editor and all-around professional girlfriend Bobbie Thomas shares some unique finds and fixes to keep you glowing through the holidays, whether you’re staying home or traveling.1. Make your lip...

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"Absurd Creatures of the Week: Nature’s Weirdest Eaters Will Make You Feel Better About Your Gluttony" - in #ScienceNews

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By Matt Simon

I can’t help you with that post-Thanksgiving lethargy, or the hangover for that matter, or with that thing you shouldn’t have said to your grandmother, but I can assure you that you’re not alone....

Read More...Absurd Creatures of the Week: Nature’s Weirdest Eaters Will Make You Feel Better About Your Gluttony

"Absurd Creatures of the Week: Nature’s Weirdest Eaters Will Make You Feel Better About Your Gluttony" - in #ScienceNews

"Suspect Killed After Shots Fired at Cop HQ, Other Buildings in Austin" - in #USNews

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Police shot a suspect after “multiple buildings” were fired on in downtown Austin, authorities in the Texas capital said early Friday.

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"'Active Shooter' Opens Fire on Cop HQ, Other Buildings in Austin" - in #USNews

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Police shot a suspect after “multiple buildings” were fired on in downtown Austin, authorities in the Texas capital said early Friday.

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"Gunman Opens Fire on Cop HQ, Other Buildings in Austin" - in #USNews

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Police shot a suspect after “multiple buildings” were fired on in downtown Austin, authorities in the Texas capital said early Friday.

Read more here: Gunman Opens Fire on Cop HQ, Other Buildings in Austin

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"'Active Shooter' Opened Fire on Buildings in Austin: Cops" - in #USNews

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Police shot a suspect after “multiple buildings” were fired on in downtown Austin, authorities in the Texas capital said early Friday.

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"Sinosphere Blog: China Drafts Its First Domestic Violence Law, but Rights Advocates Say It Falls Short" - in #WorldHeadlines

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By By DIDI KIRSTEN TATLOW

Lawyers and women’s advocates welcomed the proposed national law, but said there were loopholes that would allow police officers to shirk taking action on those calls at their discretion.

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"'I'm Lost Now': Can Ferguson's Businesses Ever Rise From Rubble?" - in #USNews

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By Bill Briggs

Many Ferguson merchants wonder whether their businesses can survive the toll of riots to date – and potential uprisings to come.

Read more here: ‘I’m Lost Now’: Can Ferguson’s...

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"Sinosphere Blog: China Drafts Its First Domestic Violence Law, but Rights Advocates Say It Falls Short" - in #WorldHeadlines

"The Truth" - in #Politics

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By Erick Erickson (Diary)
I will keep nothing from you. Today, let me share with you the truth.
Republicans will not stop Barack Obama’s executive overreach. In fact, while you were enjoying your Thanksgiving there were a...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Look at These Injury Photos of Darren Wilson. Did Michael Brown Really Possess 'Hulk Hogan' Strength?" - in #Politics

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By H. A. Goodman

The following article is NOT meant to inflame passions, incite violence, elicit vile comments, or put anyone’s life in danger. This is merely a commentary on the semantics of likening an unarmed, dead...

Read More...Look at These Injury Photos of Darren Wilson. Did Michael Brown Really Possess 'Hulk Hogan' Strength?

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Today in History for 28th November 2014" - in #History

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Historical Events
1821 - Panama declares independence from Spain1912 - Ismail Qemali declares Albania independent from Turkey1950 - Walter O’Malley fires Burt Shotton as Dodgers manager1972 - LA Dodgers trade Frank Robinson...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

Thursday, November 27, 2014

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"Pope's Visit to $615M 'Illegal' Palace Sparks Anger" - in #USNews

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By Claudio Lavanga and Aziz Akyavas and Alexander Smith

Pope Francis is scheduled to visit Ak Saray, the controversial palace of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, during a three-day visit.

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"Pope's Visit to $615M 'Illegal' Palace Sparks Anger" - in #USNews

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Seahawks Had the Appetite in Thanksgiving Win Over 49ers" - in #USNews

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The defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks dominated the San Francisco 49ers, 19-3, in a battle of the NFC West.

Read more here: Seahawks Had the Appetite in Thanksgiving Win Over 49ers

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"Seahawks Had the Appetite in Thanksgiving Win Over 49ers" - in #USNews

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Pursuits: At a Paris Flea Market, Tips for Treasure Hunters" - in #Travel

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By By ELAINE SCIOLINO

Over the past two years, the giant Marché aux Puces de Paris/St.-Ouen has become cool again. Here’s some guidance for conquering the sprawling stalls.

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"Thanksgiving Storm Plunges Hundreds of Thousands Into Darkness" - in #Weather

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By Alastair Jamieson and Erik Ortiz and Becky Bratu

Thousands of travelers are experiencing cancellations or delays in major airports such as New York’s LaGuardia this Thanksgiving.

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"The J-League Division 2 is home to perfect free kicks" - in #Sports

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By Ryan Rosenblatt

The J-League isn’t widely watched the world over. That’s doubly true for the J-League Division 2, but check out Kazumasa Uesato and his delightful little free kick.
I bet you’ll watch more...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Could This Plane Help Save Ebola Patients?" - in #Health

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Germany’s government took delivery of a long-haul jet specially adapted for transporting Ebola patients on Thursday.

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Ghana appoint Avram Grant as manager" - in #Sports

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By Kirsten Schlewitz

The former Chelsea boss has signed a two-year contract with the Black Stars.
Avram Grant is the man charged with getting Ghana through the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. Maxwell Konadu guided the Black Stars...

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"Thomas Vermaelen to undergo surgery, out 4-5 months" - in #Sports

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By Ryan Rosenblatt

Thomas Vermaelen will undergo surgery on his right hamstring and will miss the next four to five months. The Barcelona defender’s career could be in doubt as he struggles to recover from his chronic...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Just In Time For Pumpkin Pie" - in #Uplifting

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By Good News Network
12 days before the big U.S. feasting holiday of Thanksgiving, mentors for Befriend-A-Child in Northern Virginia helped teach their young charges how to make pumpkin pie for their families. Under the direction...

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"Dog escapes at National Dog Show, devastates dog handler" - in #Sports

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By Rodger Sherman

The miniature pinscher made a run for it.
The National Dog Show has been pretty much like every National Dog Show — an opportunity for everybody in the country to watch puppies on Thanksgiving —...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Ferguson Hero: Unarmed Woman Stands Up to Looters to Save Papa John’s Pizza" - in #Uplifting

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By Good News Network
The woman was a ‘random stranger trying to do the right thing,’ the store’s manager told the Daily News. She saved the restaurant from destruction as 25 other buildings along the strip near F...

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"Ferguson Hero: Unarmed Woman Stands Up to Looters to Save Papa John’s Pizza" - in #Uplifting

"Gunfire, Explosion Reported in Kabul" - in #WorldHeadlines

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Gunfire and at least one loud explosion can be heard in the vicinity of the US Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan.

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"Pele transferred to 'special care unit' with urinary tract infection" - in #Sports

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By Ryan Rosenblatt

The soccer great is being treated, but the hospital clarified that he is not in an intensive care unit.
Pele has been transferred to a “special care” unit, according to the Brazilian hospital that...

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"The Sack: SB Nation's fantasy football mailbag answers your Thanksgiving questions" - in #Sports

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By Dan Ciarrocchi

Got fantasy football questions? Come to SB Nation’s Fantasy War Room or tweet @TheSackSBN for answers. Every Thursday, a few will be pulled and answered here. Today, we talk start/sits and the dumpster...

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"NFL Thanksgiving: 3 game slate opens with Bears-Lions" - in #Sports

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By Matt Brigidi

The NFL has three games scheduled for Thanksgiving Thursday, beginning with the Chicago Bears at the Detroit Lions.
As they do every year, the Detroit Lions will host one of the NFL’s three games on...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"12-Year-Old Boy's Fatal Shooting By Cops Could Have Been Avoided: Family" - in #Politics

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By Simon McCormack

CLEVELAND (AP) — The family of a 12-year-old boy fatally wounded by a Cleveland police officer said surveillance video of the shooting shows that if the officer had not acted so quickly the youngster would s...

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"Bundesliga, Week 13 preview: battles at both the top and the bottom" - in #Sports

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By Kirsten Schlewitz

An early relegation six-pointer kicks off the week, while Sunday brings a tussle between Germany’s second- and third-placed sides.
The Bundesliga is set to squeeze in five rounds of play between now and...

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"NFL picks and predictions, Eagles vs. Cowboys 2014: Dallas favored in Thanksgiving matchup" - in #Sports

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By Jason Marcum

The Eagles and Cowboys are both in the hunt for the NFC’s best record, but for now, they’re only worried about winning the NFC East.
The Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys face each other for the...

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"Seahawks vs. 49ers 2014 picks and predictions: Experts split on NFC West Thanksgiving showdown" - in #Sports

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By Jason Hirschhorn

Both teams enter the game at 7-4.
The defending champion Seattle Seahawks righted their ship with last week’s win over the Arizona Cardinals. They try to make it two in a row when they take on the San...

Read More...Seahawks vs. 49ers 2014 picks and predictions: Experts split on NFC West Thanksgiving showdown

"Bears vs. Lions 2014 picks and predictions: Experts see Detroit breaking losing streak" - in #Sports

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By Jason Hirschhorn

Most experts see Detroit breaking its two-game losing streak against Chicago.
The Detroit Lions have lost their last two games. They look to end the skid at home against the Chicago Bears on...

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"Fantasy football projections, Week 13: Eagles-Cowboys featuring LeSean McCoy, Tony Romo and DeMarco Murray" - in #Sports

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By Jack Choros

We break down the Week 13 matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys.
The Week 13 matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys could feature some big performances from running...

Read More...Fantasy football projections, Week 13: Eagles-Cowboys featuring LeSean McCoy, Tony Romo and DeMarco Murray

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Thanksgiving Storm Plunges Hundreds of Thousands Into Darkness" - in #USNews

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By Alastair Jamieson

Heavy snow that disrupted travel plans for millions of Americans left at least 248,000 without power on Thanksgiving.

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"Australian Cricket Star Dies After 'Freak Accident'" - in #USNews

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Australian cricketer Phil Hughes died on Thursday, two days after being struck on the head by a cricket ball during a match. He was 25.

Read more here: Australian Cricket Star Dies After ‘Freak Accident’

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"Fantasy football start/sit advice, Thanksgiving Week 13: Philadelphia Eagles" - in #Sports

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By Michael Gallagher

The Eagles figure to get into a shootout with the Dallas Cowboys. We break down the fantasy implications.
The Philadelphia Eagles have been a Doctor Jekyll and Mr. Hyde on offense since quarterback Mark...

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"Fantasy football start/sit advice, Thanksgiving Week 13: Philadelphia Eagles" - in #Sports

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Feak Storm Delivers Hail the Size of Golf Balls in Australia" - in #Weather

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Parts of Australia’s Queensland state hit by severe thunderstorm, which battered Brisbane with 90 mph winds and hailstones the size of golf balls.

Read more here: Feak Storm Delivers Hail the Size of Golf Balls in Australia

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 13: Colin Kaepernick" - in #Sports

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By James Brady

Colin Kaepernick has been solid but unremarkable thus far this year. We break down the fantasy implications.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick has had an … interesting season, to say the least....

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Five Killed as Bomber Targets Diplomatic Vehicle" - in #USNews

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A British embassy worker was among five people killed in a suicide attack in the Afghan capital on Thursday, a senior police official told NBC News.

Read more here: Five Killed as Bomber Targets Diplomatic Vehicle

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"Five Killed as Bomber Targets Diplomatic Vehicle" - in #USNews

"Taipei Mayor’s Race Could Alter Balance of Taiwan’s Political Power" - in #WorldHeadlines

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By AUSTIN RAMZY A victory for Ko Wen-je, a physician who has cultivated an outsider image, would mark a sharp defeat for Taiwan’s ruling party in a city considered its stronghold.

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Holiday Havoc: Storm Ices Roads and Cancels 700 Flights" - in #USNews

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By Alexander Smith and Erik Ortiz

Winter weather made a mess of Thanksgiving travel plans on Wednesday — and the snow was still falling over the Northeast into Thursday.

Read more here: Holiday Havoc: Storm Ices Roads and C...

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"Holiday Havoc: Storm Ices Roads and Cancels 700 Flights" - in #Weather

"Calm in Ferguson While Police Arrest 130-Plus in L.A., Oakland" - in #USNews

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Cold and calm dominated Ferguson, Mo. Wednesday night, but police arrested more than 130 protesters who blocked roads in downtown Los Angeles.

Read more here: Calm in Ferguson While Police Arrest 130-Plus in L.A., Oakland

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"World Briefing: North Korea: Leader’s Sister Has Post in Ruling Party" - in #WorldHeadlines

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By By CHOE SANG-HUN North Korea’s state-run news media revealed Thursday that Kim Jong-un’s younger sister had become a senior official at the ruling Workers’ Party.

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Wednesday, November 26, 2014

"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Calm in Ferguson While Police Arrest 130-Plus in L.A." - in #USNews

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Cold and calm dominated Ferguson, Mo. Wednesday night, but police arrested more than 130 protesters who blocked roads in downtown Los Angeles.

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"No. 3 Arizona edges No. 15 SDSU for Maui title (Yahoo Sports)" - in #Sports

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LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — Stanley Johnson had shown glimpses of his precocious talent during Arizona’s first five games, occasionally showing up on the highlight reels with a soaring dunk or blocked shot.

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Bears vs. Lions, Thanksgiving game: Betting odds, spread, trends, and pick" - in #Sports

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By OddsShark

The Detroit Lions hope to stay in the race for a playoff spot with a home win over Chicago on Thursday.
The Detroit Lions are 6-1-1 ATS over their last eight games against the Chicago Bears but are just 3-9 SU in...

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"FanDuel NBA promo code: Get 100% sign up bonus for Wednesday night contest" - in #Sports

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By Matt Brigidi

Click here to use FanDuel promo code SBNATION13, get 100% sign up bonus
With Thanksgiving just a day away, the NBA is preparing for the holiday with a full slate of games on Wednesday night. 13 games will be...

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"FanDuel NBA promo code: Get 100% sign up bonus for Wednesday night contest" - in #Sports

"I Challenge You to Read All the Ferguson Evidence From Both Sides" - in #Politics

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By Sarah Cunningham

I’m a writer. And to make matters worse, I write about connectedness. About the relationships that bind us to other people in our communities. So it’d be hard for me to NOT write about...

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"David West set to return to surprisingly-competitive Pacers" - in #Sports

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By Satchel Price

The Pacers were supposed to sink without David West. Instead, they’ve hung around … and soon they’ll get their heart and soul back from injury.
Things were already looking dire for the Indiana...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"College basketball scores: Villanova stuffs Michigan and Iowa State goes down" - in #Sports

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By Mike Rutherford

A dramatic top 20 showdown that featured a game-saving block in the closing seconds highlighted Tuesday’s college hoops slate.
TOP 25 SCORES
No. 1 Kentucky 91, UT-Arlington 44
No. 3 Arizona 72, Kansas...

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"College basketball scores: Villanova stuffs Michigan and Iowa State goes down" - in #Sports

"Thanksgiving for Social Scientists" - in #Politics

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By Ralph Nader I wish there could be a Thanksgiving for the applied bounty that could come from the hundreds of thousands of political scientists, economists, sociologists, psychologists, and anthropologists.
I am referring...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"WWE 2K15 Decides: Should Marshawn Lynch answer the media's questions?" - in #Sports

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By James Dator

Someone in the media needs to stand up to Marshawn Lynch’s mockery of their profession. We found just the guy.
Marshawn Lynch likes hitting people, running for touchdowns and winning games. He doesn’t...

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"Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast" - in #Weather

"Ben Carson Not Convinced On Global Warming" - in #Politics

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By Paige Lavender

The potential 2016 candidate says the focus should be on eco-friendly ways of developing the nation’s energy resources.
Read more here: Ben Carson Not Convinced On Global Warming

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"Invitation to a Beheading" - in #Politics

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By Dr. Charles G. Cogan

Borrowing a title from the book by Vladimir Nabokov, we can say that the beheadings of innocents in Syria have changed everything. Two British aid workers, two American journalists, and one American aid...

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"Travel Trouble: Thanksgiving Storm Threatens Plans for Millions" - in #USNews

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By Alexander Smith

A powerful winter storm forecast to disrupt the Thanksgiving travel plans of millions of Americans began its march up the East Coast early Wednesday.

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