Monthly Archives: January 2011

Rep. Burton’s resolution to encase House gallery in Plexiglass not likely to succeed (Daily Caller)

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - Political News

Daily Caller – Read more stories from The Daily CallerWhite House launches ‘Startup America’ but business is wary of programIs the University of Virginia biased against professors that challenge the idea of global warming?Rep. Burton’s resolution to en… Continue reading →

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Governments pull citizens out of Egypt ahead of march (Reuters)

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - World News

Reuters – Foreign countries stepped up efforts to pull their nationals out of Egypt on Tuesday as anti-government protesters hoped to rally a million-strong march for democracy. Continue reading →

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Global imbalances returning, could fuel unrest : IMF chief (Reuters)

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - Business News

Reuters – The world economy has begun improving but is beset by problems such as high unemployment and rising prices which could fuel crippling trade protectionism and violent social unrest, the head of the International Monetary Fund warned on Tuesday. Continue reading →

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Clippers beat Bucks 105-98 (AP)

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - Sports News

AP – Blake Griffin had 32 points and 11 rebounds for his 39th double-double, and the Los Angeles Clippers withstood a fourth-quarter challenge to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 105-98 Monday night for their ninth straight home win. Continue reading →

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Home DNA tests launched in shops

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - BBC Health News

Do-it-yourself DNA tests to settle disputes over who a baby’s father is are going on sale in Boots but there are warnings about using the kits.This article is from the BBC News website. © British Broadcasting Corporation, The BBC is not responsible fo… Continue reading →

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Factbox: Key political risks to watch in the United States (Reuters)

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - Political News

Reuters – President Barack Obama and his Democrats are headed for conflict with the Republicans over the budget deficit and spending cuts, while Egypt has thrown up a complex challenge to U.S. policymakers. Continue reading →

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Study finds red light cameras cut fatal crashes (AP)

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - Top Stories

AP – Red light cameras are helping drivers remember that red means stop and are saving lives, according to a new study out Tuesday by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Continue reading →

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China court sentences truck driver to 3 1/2 years (AP)

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - World News

AP – A court in eastern China has sentenced a driver to 3 1/2 years in prison after his truck crushed to death a village leader who had fought the government for better compensation for seized land. Continue reading →

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Lie to Me With Your Mouth Full: Tim Roth’s Crime-Fighting Eating Habits (omg!)

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - Entertainment News

omg! – Lie to Me’s third season finale Monday and the uncertainty of its future left fans hungry for more — more criminal psychology, more romantic tensions and more of Tim Roth talking with his mouth full. In the Fox drama, the Lightman Group sp… Continue reading →

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Mavericks kick off Super Bowl fun with win over Wizards (Reuters)

Written on January 31, 2011 by Editor - Sports News

Reuters – The Dallas Mavericks kicked off the Super Bowl week party by sending the Washington Wizards to their 24th straight road loss with a 102-92 win on Monday in front of the cheering Pittsburgh Steelers. Continue reading →

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