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Colbert transfers Super PAC – Washington Post
Fox News Colbert transfers Super PACWashington PostStephen Colbert legally transferred his super political action committee to Stewart, his friend and Comedy Central cohort. Dropping by from "The Daily Show," Stewart happily signed the documents and accepted the post, which was ceremonially observed by …Stephen Colbert announces run in South Carolina presidential primary, hands …Fox... »
Taliban Opening Qatar Office, and Maybe Door to Talks – New York Times
New York Times Taliban Opening Qatar Office, and Maybe Door to TalksNew York TimesKABUL, Afghanistan — Giving a first major public sign that they may be ready for formal talks with the American-led coalition in Afghanistan, the Taliban announced Tuesday that they had struck a deal to open a political office in Qatar that... »
US Safety Board Urges Cellphone Ban for Drivers – New York Times
ABC News US Safety Board Urges Cellphone Ban for DriversNew York TimesA federal agency on Tuesday called for a ban on all cellphone use by drivers — the most far-reaching such recommendation to date — saying its decision was based on a decade of investigations into distraction-related accidents, …Federal board wants cellphone ban for... »
Arab unrest: As it happened – BBC News
The Hindu Arab unrest: As it happenedBBC NewsHello and welcome to our live coverage of what is potentially another dramatic day in countries across the Arab world. Protesters in Egypt demanding an end to military rule are hoping large numbers of people will join demonstrations in Tahrir Square …Thousands rally in Egypt on "last... »
Obama Tries To Harness Protesters’ Frustration – NPR
CTV.ca Obama Tries To Harness Protesters' FrustrationNPRLoosely organized protests that began on Wall Street last month have spread to other US cities, giving voice to what President Obama has called a broader frustration with the financial system. The "Occupy Wall Street" movement could …Is the 'Occupy Wall Street' movement being hijacked by newcomers?Christian Science... »
Listeria outbreak: How do I know if I have it? What are the symptoms? – Los Angeles Times
Reuters Listeria outbreak: How do I know if I have it? What are the symptoms?Los Angeles TimesThe bacteria at the center of the nation's listeria outbreak from tainted cantaloupe are stealthy bugs. They won't make you immediately clutch your gut or break out in a fever — it could take weeks or as long... »
Amazon Kindle Fire Just Hijacked Android – Mashable
Globe and Mail Amazon Kindle Fire Just Hijacked AndroidMashableOne aspect of the Amazon Kindle Fire has consistently been understated by the Amazon team: the Kindle Fire runs on Android. Amazon didn't hide the fact that Android powers the Kindle Fire — and allows it to access Amazon's Appstore for Android — but …Amazon's Kindle... »
Motorola Droid Bionic Now on Sale – PC Magazine
Computerworld Motorola Droid Bionic Now on SalePC MagazineThe device, Verizon's first dual-core, LTE phone, is available now at Verizon stores and online at verizonwireless.com. It doesn't come cheap, though: the Bionic will set you back $299.99 with a two-year contract. …Droid BionicWashington PostReview: Droid Bionic is a winnerUSA TodayDroid Bionic smartphone goes on sale... »
Casey Anthony attorneys appeal probation order – KHOU
New York Daily News Casey Anthony attorneys appeal probation orderKHOUAP ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Casey Anthony's attorneys filed an appeal Wednesday to stop her from having to return to Florida to begin serving a one-year probation sentence. Anthony was acquitted last month of a murder charge in the 2008 death of her …Casey Anthony... »
Taylor Armstrong Eyewitness When Husband’s Body Was Discovered – TMZ.com
Reuters Taylor Armstrong Eyewitness When Husband's Body Was DiscoveredTMZ.com"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Taylor Armstrong was at her estranged husband's house when his body was discovered, TMZ has learned. Sources close to Taylor tell us, she and Russell had been regularly communicating and were supposed to meet on …'Real Housewives' suicide could be... »