Monthly Archives: December 2010

Favre listed as doubtful for likely his last game (AP)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Sports News

AP – Brett Favre’s name has appeared frequently on the NFL’s weekly injury report over 20 seasons of sprains, strains and painful hits. Continue reading →

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Orioles agree to terms on deal for slugger Lee (AFP)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Sports News

AFP – Derrek Lee, a 35-year-old first baseman for the Chicago Cubs and Atlanta Braves last season, has agreed to terms on a one-year Major League Baseball contract with the Baltimore Orioles. Continue reading →

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Family history of alcoholism raises obesity risk (Reuters)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Health News

Reuters – People with a family history of alcoholism may be turning to high-calorie treats instead of booze to satisfy their addiction, U.S. researchers say, a change that could be fueling the obesity epidemic. Continue reading →

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Top 10 breakout stars of 2010 (Politico)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Political News

Politico – Many of them show signs of becoming forces on the national political landscape. Continue reading →

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Skype could be designated illegal in China (Reuters)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Technology News

Reuters – The popular Internet telephone service Skype could be dealt a major setback in one of the world’s largest markets as the Chinese government cracks down on what it called illegal Internet telephone providers. Continue reading →

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Fireworks over Kremlin as Moscow joins global New Year party (AFP)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Top Stories

AFP – A blaze of fireworks erupted over the Kremlin in Red Square Friday as Moscow joined people around the globe welcoming in 2011 with a glittering array of parties. Continue reading →

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Massachusetts defeats Boston University 71-54 (AP)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Sports News

AP – Anthony Gurley scored 21 points Friday, helping Massachusetts break a four-game losing streak in a 71-54 victory over Boston University. Continue reading →

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Health Tip: Healthy Habits Can Help Parkinson’s Symptoms (HealthDay)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Health News

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — Though there is no cure for Parkinson’s
disease, making certain lifestyle changes can help you manage
symptoms. Continue reading →

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In U.S., Obesity Afflicts Even Some of the Tiniest Tots (HealthDay)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Health News

HealthDay – FRIDAY, Dec. 31 (HealthDay News) — American kids are becoming
obese, or nearly so, at an increasingly young age, with about one-third of
them falling into that category by the time they’re 9 months old,
researchers have found. Continue reading →

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Orioles reach oral agreement with Derrek Lee (AP)

Written on December 31, 2010 by Editor - Sports News

AP – The Baltimore Orioles and free agent first baseman Derrek Lee have reached an oral agreement on a one-year contract pending a physical. Continue reading →

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