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- China Detains U.S. Geologist, Physically Abuses Him
An American detainee in China has reportedly been physically mistreated in captivity, though there is disagreement over whether it was a good move to make that news public as he tries to win his freedom through back channels to the Chinese regime.
- Oprah Winfrey Announces End to Her Show
Oprah Winfrey announced that her show will stop production and the last show will by September 9, 2011.
- 'Twilight' Sequel Predicted Biggest Opening
New Moon, the sequel to the vampire movie Twilight expected to gross highest earnings with its opening on Friday.
- 8 Militants in Pakistan Killed by Suspected Drone Attack
A suspected drone attack has killed 8 militants according to the officials in Pakistan.
- Sachin Tendulkar Completes 30,000 International Runs
Sachin Tendulkar touched the magic figure of 30,000 international runs today.
- Farewell Oprah!
The Oprah Winfrey Show, a show that has won hearts all around the world with frank dialog and genuine subject matter, since 1986, is about to see a close. After more than two decades of air space on television, the household show of Oprah has decided to end it in 2011. Here's the news on this...
- Oprah Winfrey Show to End
The 'highest rated program of its kind' in history is all set to end, with host Oprah Winfrey deciding to call it quits...
- Depp to Star in Pirates 4
'Captain Jack Sparrow' struck a deal for starring in the 4th part of the famous 'Pirates of the Caribbean' series, making him the highest paid actor in Hollywood....
- India To Be World's Most Populous Country By 2050
In the next 40 years, India will become the world's most populous country.
- Computer Glitch Causes Flight Delays Around the Country
A computer problem at the Atlanta airport, the busiest in the nation, has had a domino effect on flights around the country, with widespread delays.
- New Moon Set to Shatter Box Office Records
When New Moon, the second movie in the Twilight Saga, opens this weekend, experts predict it will break the record for a non-summer opening weekend.
- Obama: September 11 Mastermind Will be Convicted
The September 11 mastermind, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, will have a civilian trial, leading some to criticize the administration - but President Obama remains confident of a conviction.
- Dancing with the Stars Final Goes on Without Joanna Krupa
Joanna Krupa and Derek Hough wowed judges with their performances, but it was not enough to overcome audience voting.
- Thierry Henry 'Hands' France A Ticket To South Africa
France enter the 2010 World Cup Finals, beating the Republic of Ireland in 2-1 on aggregate.
- 9 Hours, 370 Miles, All in One Shopping Trip
When most people get lost, they just stop somewhere, ask for directions and come back home. One 81 year old man however, got lost on a drive and was lost for 9 hours before he finally asked for help. Here's the news..
- Evidence of Heart Disease Found in Egyptian Mummies
CT imaging done on ancient Egyptian mummies reveal signs of heart disease.
- US Open Finalists, Federer-del Potro in Same Group
World number 1, Roger Federer, gears up to play the ATP World Tour Finals in London. With FedEx and del Potro in the same group, this is a chance for FedEx to avenge his US Open loss...
- Johnny Depp Named Sexiest Man Alive
In somewhat of a surprise, Johnny Depp was named as People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2009.
- U.S. Ship, Maersk Alabama, Defeats Pirates for a Second Time
The U.S.-flagged Maersk Alabama used an on board security force and some acoustic devices to defeat a second pirate attack.
- According to AP, Americans Want to Tax Rich to Pay for Healthcare
A recent AP poll indicates that most Americans favor taxing the "rich" over every other method of paying for healthcare reform.
- Adam Lambert on the Cover of Gay Magazine "Out"
Adam Lambert is super-popular right now, but apparently his representatives have some reservations about his sexual orientation.
- Beware! That might just be Human Flesh on Your Plate..
The Russian police nabs three men trying to sell human flesh to a kebab house near Moscow.
- Now..Journalism on YouTube!
The word's largest video content provider to the Internet, YouTube has gone the journalism way. Here's a look at YouTube's new Youtube Direct, a new foray into the 'citizen journalist' segment.
- Speculation on Nokia-Apple Lawsuit Continues
With Nokia filing what could well turn out to be a billion dollar case against Apple, recent news about this case brings to light many other factors...
- Mother Refuses Deployment to Afghanistan Because of Lack of Child Care
Specialist Alexis Hutchinson, 21, refused to report for her scheduled deployment to Afghanistan because she has no one to care for her 10-month old son.
- Levi Johnston's Playgirl Spread Moved Up
The publication of Levi Johnston's Playgirl pictorial has been pushed up to capture the media attention surrounding Sarah Palin's book tour.
- 2012 Takes in $65.2 Million in U.S. Over the Weekend
2012, a movie about the end of the world, appropriately took top honors at the box office this weekend, grossing over $230 million worldwide.
- Over 15 Million Americans Must Pay Back Tax Credit
Many have received a tax credit under the Obama stimulus plan, but now many will also have to pay some of it back thanks to miscalculations and improper categorizations by the IRS.
- 12/21/2012 Does Not Spell Doom After All
Canadian archeologist Kathryn Reese-Taylor has rubbished the supposed 'End of the World in 2012' prophecy blaming the North American business sector for fueling the rumor.
- Formula 1: Mercedes-Benz Buy Up Champion Team
Mercedes-Benz have bought a 75.1% share in 1 year old, world champion team - Brawn GP.
- Barack Obama's Jobs Forum to be Held in December
The United States President, Barack Obama, announced that a job forum will be held in December. Here's more on this...
- Sarah Palin Tells Oprah Show 2008 Loss was Not Her Fault
Sarah Palin told the Oprah Winfrey Show that she doesn't believe that she cost the Republicans the White House in 2008.
- Janet Jackson Blames Doctor for Michael Jackson's Death
Janet Jackson believes that Dr. Conrad Murray should be banned from practicing medicine and that he is responsible for Michael Jackson's death.
- Megan Fox Claims She’s "Not a Tigress" Like Jolie
Megan Fox claims that she’s not a tigress, and that she puts on an act for interviews, but other indications are that she and Angelina Jolie actually have more in common than their looks.
- Gitmo Detainees to go on Trial, Will Possibly Be Freed
Gitmo detainees, many of whom have been held for many years, will finally get their day in court as a Supreme Court ruling is complied with.
- Google Gears Up to Get You Closer to Mates Around the Globe
Google's latest invention in the social networking arena will not only help you keep in touch with close contacts, but also enable you to keep out unwanted intrusions.
- Atlantis: Ready for Blast Off
Florida is again all set to blast off the US space shuttle Atlantis on Monday.
- FX Bags the Official Rights to the '2012' Explosion
The Roland Emmerich disaster movie, 2012, has opened big everywhere on its opening weekend. The rights of this 'already a blockbuster' movie have been snapped up by FX. Here's more on the big story...
- Argentina's Soccer Coach, Maradona Slapped With 2 Month Ban
Diego Maradona's tryst with being banned continues, even though he no longer plays competitive soccer...
- NASA Finally Goes Splashing on the Moon!
After millions of dollars and innumerable space expeditions, NASA finally digs up lunar water.
