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Super Typhoon hits Philippines
Super Typhoon Haiyan, one of the strongest tropical cyclones ever observed, made landfall Friday morning in the Philippines, the country's weather service reported


Shortcuts Dealing With a Client Who Calls and Calls and ...
A constant problem for freelancers and small-business owners is deciding whether to turn down business from a demanding customer.


A crash course in F1 fitness
Christina MacFarlane joins Lotus F1 driver Romain Grosjean to learn how to strengthen the specific muscles used in F1.


Controversies mount on Bieber's tour
Nov 07 - Despite Justin Bieber's tour of Latin America causing numerous controversies, fans in Argentina are still excited to see the singer. Bob Mezan reports.


Dance Review Keigwin Company at the Joyce, With City Ballet Guests
Keigwin Company celebrates its 10th anniversary at the Joyce with some City Ballet dancers making guest appearances.


Eminem courts controversy on album
Eminem was a bit of a novelty when he burst on the music scene with his major-label debut album, "The Slim Shady LP," in 1999.


10 smartphone habits to avoid
How annoying and rude and antisocial have we all become with our smartphones? We're embarrassing ourselves all over the place. Please stop.


Dashboard Today in Small Business The Making of a Food Truck King
Wasting four billion hours a year. Gasoline prices fall. What small businesses in Virginia want from the next governor.


Column Fitting Ending in Cards for Final BCS
The Bowl Championship Series is in its death throes, and few are mourning its passing.


What happened to Malala's friend?
Today we can tell the remarkable story of Shazia Ramzan, a 15-year-old Pakistani schoolgirl.


Japanese translation glasses seen as Olympic boon for tourists
Oct. 1 - Japan's biggest mobile carrier, NTT DoCoMo, has developed glasses that automatically translate foreign languages. It's hoped the glasses, unveiled by the company this week, will make life easier for foreigners visiting Tokyo during the 2020 Summer Olympic Games. Rob Muir reports.


Defeat of School Tax Stings Colorado Democrats
The promise of higher teacher salaries and full-day kindergarten failed to resonate, even in areas where the money would have had the greatest benefit.


U.S. retailers' October same-store sales review
Nov 7 (Reuters) - Click on the attached link for a Thomson Reuters report that reviews October same-store sales by U.S. retailers.


Out There Astronaut and a Writer at the Movies
Watching the new film Gravity with the astronaut Michael J. Massimino, who flew missions to service the Hubble Space Telescope, gives insight into the films fidelities, and its flaws.


World Briefing | Africa Mali France Says It Will Not Delay Troop Withdrawal
France will stick to its timetable for withdrawing troops from Mali despite a resurgence in violence and the killing of two French journalists last weekend, Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius said Tuesday.


Listening Post Kerry Takes a Personal Approach to Mideast Peace
Unlike Hillary Rodham Clinton, who mostly left managing the peace process to others, Secretary of State Kerry seems to enjoy grinding it out.


Australia shares seen dipping, caution ahead of RBA statement
SYDNEY, Nov 8 (Reuters) - Australian shares are seen dipping at the open on Friday as Wall Street fell overnight, while a fall in metals prices could hit mining stocks and trade may be cautious ahead of the Reserve Bank of Australia's quarterly monetary policy statement. * Local share price index futures fell 0.6 percent, a 23-point discount to the underlying SP/ASX 200 index close. The benchmark fell 0.2 percent on Thursday. * New Zealand's benchmark NZX 50 index fell 0.5 percent


What's for Dinner? When Fuzzy Slippers Arent Enough
A bowl of thick, pured vegetable soup can warm the body when the wind blows cold.


Nadal on comeback triumph
Fresh from his stunning win in New York, Rafael Nadal describes his relief after a painful comeback from injury.


Bolshoi acid victim takes stand
CNN's Diana Magnay discusses Sergei Filin's testimony in the Bolshoi Ballet acid attack.


Roundup To Avoid Big Upset, Seahawks Stage Their Biggest Comeback
Led by Russell Wilson and Marshawn Lynch, Seattle set a franchise record by rallying from a 21-point deficit to defeat winless Tampa Bay in overtime.


Strong Finish by Williams in Capping a Dominant Year
Serena Williams defeated Li Na, 2-6, 6-3, 6-0, in the WTA Championships final for her career-high 11th title of the year.


Listening Post Kerry Takes a Personal Approach to Mideast Peace
Unlike Hillary Rodham Clinton, who mostly left managing the peace process to others, Secretary of State Kerry seems to enjoy grinding it out.


Pope's embrace of disfigured man goes viral
It was the embrace that melted hearts worldwide.


Lawyers Challenge Detention of Greenwalds Partner in London
Lawyers for David Michael Miranda, the partner of the journalist Glenn Greenwald, who has been writing about secret N.S.A. documents, said Mr. Mirandas rights were violated.


Passengers lack info on cruise ship crime
Vegas stole the slogan. But cruise ships can also lay claim Whatever happens on cruise ships, stays on cruise ships.


Brian Gay, Briny Baird Lead at Sea Island
Heavy fog allowed Brian Gay a quick nap, and he no longer felt so sluggish after traveling halfway around the world from Shanghai to Sea Island.


Advertising AARP Sends a Thank-You to Caregivers
AARP and the Ad Council, for a second time, have collaborated on campaign that puts caregivers in the spotlight.


OpenTable bets on mobile app to drive revenue
(Reuters) - OpenTable Inc , which allows diners to reserve tables at restaurants online, forecast fourth-quarter revenue largely above expectations and said it would strengthen its mobile platform.


True godfathers of 'Narcoland'
Drug money allows Mexican cartels to buy whatever they want -- whether that is people, governments, police, land or impunity -- and their customers should realize they have blood on their hands, writes journalist Anabel Hernandez.


Fat Dad A Fat Dad Halloween (Hide the Candy)
Every year after trick-or-treating, I used to hide my candy in a little paisley suitcase under my bed. Just to be safe, I even locked it so my dad would not devour the contents in one night.


U.S. Signals Flexibility as Iran Nuclear Talks Resume
An American official said a short suspension of the Iranian program would give negotiators time to pursue a comprehensive and far more challenging agreement.


North Korea Says It Has Arrested a South Korean Spy
According to the government, the arrested agent confessed to working in a third country under the mask of religion to plot against North Korea.


UPDATE 2-China Sunergy says tight credit hurt third-quarter shipments
* Shares fall as much as 25 pct (Adds executive and analyst comments)


Kansas high school football players accused of hazing teammates
KANSAS CITY, Missouri (Reuters) - Three Kansas high school football players accused of pressing a hot coat hanger to the stomachs of several freshmen players in a hazing incident some have called a branding have been charged with aggravated battery, a prosecutor said Wednesday.


T Magazine On Beauty | Bare Is Beautiful
Less can be more when it comes to makeup, but mastering the natural look does take some work.


Dance Review American Ballet Theater Performs Clear and Theme and Variations
American Ballet Theater presented mixed bills on Saturday at the David H. Koch Theater, and one stood out as the least distinguished offering of the fall season.


Egyptian court upholds ban on Muslim Brotherhood activities
An Egyptian court has upheld a ban on the activities of the Muslim Brotherhood, the official news agency MENA reported Wednesday.


Fabulous Fowler Snatches Spotlight From Local Hero Scott
Rickie Fowler shot a sparkling eight-under-par 63 to take a two-shot lead after the opening round of the Australian PGA Championship on Thursday, outshining local hero Adam Scott in his return Down Under.


New vaccine targets Hepatitis B eradication
Aug. 5 - Israeli drug company SciVac has developed a third-generation vaccine for Hepatitis B, a virus that kills more than half a million people each year. The company says the vaccine has the potential to stop the disease in its tracks and is currently seeking approval for its use in the United States and Europe. Elly Park reports.


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