Chinese medicine has been practised for thousands of years. But some practitioners now want to modernise the ancient art. They are transforming herbs and plants into soluble granules and tablets, which they claim is more convenient and faster than going home to boil your herbs.
Aug 30, 2007
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A new dose of Chinese medicine |
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Jet-powered luge record bid |
An IT worker has claimed to have set a new world land-speed record for a jet-powered 'street luge'.
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Calls for social sites to be blocked |
Some companies have banned their employees from using social networking sites such as Facebook while at work.
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George Strait Tops CMA Award Nominations |
George Strait tops this year's Country Music Association awards nominations including nods for entertainer and male vocalist of the year. Catch the nominations as they were announced Wednesday.
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Venice Film Festival kicks off |
The Venice Film Festival opens with "Atonement", an adaptation of Ian McEwan's acclaimed novel about a girl whose fertile imagination leads her to make a false accusation that has tragic consequences.
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Knightley faces media scrum |
Keira Knightley has faced tough questions from journalists at the Venice Film Festival.
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Striker dies on pitch |
The 27-year-old is the second fit young footballer to die this week and the third to collapse on the pitch. Chaswe Nsofwa was pronounced dead at an Israeli hospital after efforts to revive him failed. His death comes days after Spain international Antonio Puerta of Sevilla suffered a heart attack during the club's opening La Liga game at the weekend.
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The art of jumping off buildings |
In an unopened underground station under the German parliament, the French founder of parcour David Belle, and other practitioners known as "traceurs", came together for an evening of parkour - the art of progressive movement.
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Thoughts on Diana from across the globe |
From conspiracy theories to veneration, from London to Beijing... A decade after the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, we solicit the views of ordinary people from various cities across the world. Images and soundbites.
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Raw Video: Man Uses Teeth to Pull Train |
A Malaysian man nicknamed 'King Tooth' tries clamping on to a world record, using his teeth. Pulling a seven-coach train using a steel rope some 9 feet. The feat is expected to be recognized by Guinness World Records.
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Chocolates to make your skin crawl |
A maggot-filled box of chocolates has raised further concern about the quality of products "Made in China."
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AP Top Stories for Thursday, Aug. 30 |
Here's the latest news for Thursday, Aug. 30: GOP support for Sen. Larry Craig is dropping; Teen in custody after allegedly stabbing his twin half-brothers; NASA probe finds no evidence of drunken astronauts; Eagle soars after rehabilitation.
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UN appeal for help in Peru |
Aid agencies have criticised the recovery process in Peru, two weeks after an earthquake struck.
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Man Starts Record-breaking Swim Around Manhattan |
A long-distance swimmer and New Yorker who fell ill after breathing the contaminated dust of September 11th, is trying to set a record and raise money by swimming around Manhattan three times.
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Body of 2nd Son Killed in Iraq Returned |
Hundreds of people lined the streets Wednesday for a procession carrying the flag-draped casket of an Army corporal, the second son in his family killed in Iraq. Nathan Hubbard, 21, died Wednesday in the crash of a Blackhawk helicopter on a night mission in Iraq, just three years after his older brother Jared died during combat.
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Music builds Middle East links |
A German orchestra in Tehran is helping improve cultural ties between Europe and the Middle East.
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Hot Summer TV Season |
For CBS, reruns like "CSI" and "NCIS" are among the most watched shows this summer season. See what else is catching the focus of audiences.
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Protestors in Chile Gassed, Beaten |
Police in Santiago, Chile clashed with demonstrators staging nationwide protests Wednesday over government social and economic policies. Authorities said 372 people had been detained in the daylong protests.
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Adoption Official to Visit Madonna's Home |
An adoption official from Malawi says he is visiting Madonna's London home to check on the Malawian toddler, who the singer and her husband want to adopt. The singer and her husband took custody of the boy in October.
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American Airlines JFK Makeover |
American Airlines is hoping its newly unveiled $1.3 billion terminal at JFK Airport in New York will help it attract domestic and international travelers. Chairman and CEO Gerard Arpey and Mayor Michael Bloomberg were on hand for the launch.
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Golden Time for Gold Investors? |
Volatile markets and a cheap dollar usually signal a good time for gold investing. Tom Winmill, portfolio manager for Midas Funds, discusses the movement of gold prices with MarketWatch's Michael Kitchen.
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Nokia launches music website |
Nokia has launched a music download service that challenges rival handset makers and network providers.
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iPhone Hacker Rewarded With a 'Sweet' Car |
The teenage hacker who managed to unlock the iPhone so that it can be used with cellular networks other than AT&T will be trading his reworked gadget for a new car.
Cool Apple Products
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'BioShock': New Game to Shock the Senses |
The AP's Matt Slagle reviews 'BioShock' for Xbox and Windows. He says it's a rare first-person shooter that transcends the genre's action and forces players to think about what they're doing, and why.
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Stars Come Out on 'Sesame Street' |
As 'Sesame Street' returns for its 38th season, you can expect the show to feature a slew of celebrities as well as some of the Muppet favorites. Sarah Jessica Parker, Anderson Cooper, and Tyra Banks are few stars you can expect to see.
Click here to see a new video of James Blunt performing on Sesame Street
Click here to see a classic video of REM performing on Sesame Street
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Top-ranked Florida Ready for Season Opener |
The top-ranked Florida Gators are looking forward to their first game of their year, at home Saturday against Western Kentucky.
Florida Gators Fan Shop
Aug 29, 2007
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Saggy Pants Could Be Outlawed in Atlanta |
Atlanta's city council is debating a measure that would ban saggy pants that show underwear. Proponents say a ban would increase community standards, but critics worry it will lead to racial profiling.
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Raw Video: Prank Pulled on Karl Rove's Car |
This is Karl Rove's last week at the White House and his colleagues wanted to honor him in a 'special' way. So they shrouded his car with shrink wrap, mounted two stuffed eagles on the trunk, and added an Obama bumper sticker for decoration.
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Driver Takes Bowling Ball to Face, Survives |
Ted Maki and his wife were headed along I-90 when a bowling ball came through their semi's windshield and hit Maki directly in the face. He was knocked unconscious and suffered three broken bones in his cheek.
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Arson Strikes, Burning Man Burns Days Early |
The wooden effigy usually ignited at the end of the annual Burning Man festival held in Nevada was burned four days before it was scheduled to go up in flames. Police have arrested a suspect and charged him with arson.
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Craig Steps Down From Senate Committees |
Republican colleagues are distancing themselves from Sen. Larry Craig, three have called for his resignation. Now, the veteran lawmaker has resigned from his committee posts.
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Flight Canceled Over Arabic Speaking Men |
A United Airlines flight from San Diego to Chicago was cancelled Tuesday night when a passenger complained that a group of men were speaking in Arabic.
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Fossil Lucy goes on display |
Because of the controversy over hosting fossilized remains, some of the America's most prestigious museums, including the Smithsonian in Washington and the American Museum of Natural History in New York have refused to host the exhibit.
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Juan Luis Guerra Nominated for 5 Latin Grammys |
Juan Luis Guerra has 5 Latin Grammy nominations; Ricky Martin and Calle 13 both received 4 each when the nominations were announced Wednesday.
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World Tour Brings 'Heroes' Cast to Hong Kong |
The cast of the hit TV series 'Heroes' have visited Hong Kong as part of their world promotional tour and celebration of their Season 1 DVD release.
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Gossip rag rapped over pix |
The French magazine Closer has been ordered to pay damages for publishing photos of Socialist leader Francois Hollande with a new girlfriend. The case marks the very public descent of the former first Socialist couple, Hollande and the presidential candidate Segolene Royal.
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Angelina Jolie Visits Syria and Iraq |
Angelina Jolie - a UN goodwill ambassador - has gotten a firsthand look at the plight of conflict refugees stranded in the desert near the Syrian-Iraqi border during a surprise visit to the region.
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Lace builds fragile structure for Rio's poor |
In Rocinha, Rio's biggest favela, a cooperative is focusing on improving the lot of local women, and giving a boost to Brazilian handicraft along the way. The poor of COOPA ROCA are proving that luxury items can be created by the humblest of all.
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Town Seeing Red After Tomato Fight |
It's time for the Tomatina, the world's largest tomato fight held each year in Bunol, Spain. The festival drew tens of thousands of revellers from the world over.
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Man Performs Daredevil Stunts With Alligator |
Check out the daring antics this alligator wrestler put on display recently at the Nebraska State Fair.
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Helmsley Pooch Inherits $12 Million |
The late real-estate billionaire Leona Helmsley has left a 12-million-dollar trust fund to her dog, Trouble.
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Bush Marks Katrina Anniversary |
President Bush arrived in New Orleans to mark the two-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Bush dined with about two dozen people he called quiet heroes who have brought optimism to the city after the devastating storm.
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NJ Police Search Woods for Missing Mother |
Authorities in Bergen County, N.J. are doing extensive searches of the Oradell Reservoir in Emerson for a missing mother of three. Her husband has been hospitalized after reportedly attempting suicide.
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AP Top Stories for Wednesday, August 29th |
Here's the latest news for Wednesday, August 29th: Senator says he's not gay; Police officer posts controversial video on YouTube; Iranian government questioning American troop activity; Dogs looking for fake DVD disks.
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Police Officer Video Called Anti-Semitic, Racist |
A Columbus, Ohio, police officer is in big trouble over some videos she posted on YouTube where she makes disparaging remarks about blacks, Jews, Cubans and illegal immigrants.
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DVD-Sniffing Doggie Duo |
Two black labradors have been specially trained to sniff out DVDs from containers and luggage. The dogs are members of the Motion Picture Association of America's task force to stop movie piracy.
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Fires Rage on Angering Greeks |
More new fires in Greece are keeping firefighters and villagers busy battling the blazes while the Greek people express anger at the government over its handling of the catastrophy.
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Star gazers witness "blood" moon in lunar eclipse |
The Earth's shadow crept across the moon's surface early on Tuesday, slowly eclipsing it and turning it to shades of orange and red. The total lunar eclipse was visible in North and South America, especially in the West.
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Kidman in new zombie film |
Daniel Craig and Nicole Kidman star in The Invasion - based on the 1955 Invasion of The Body Snatchers.
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'Heroes' Cast Dangles Hints, Signs DVDs in NYC |
Familiar and new 'Heroes' cast members were on hand in NYC to celebrate their world tour kickoff and the release of the 1st season DVD. They were also giving some hints of what to expect in the new season, staring Sept. 24th on NBC.
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Review: Yung Joc Teaches 'Hustlenomics,' More |
Atlanta rapper Yung Joc releases his sophomore album, "Hustlenomics," an album filled with catchy hits. Also out this week is Ben Harper with 'Lifeline,' and Lyle Lovett with his first album in four years.
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Tiger Woods 'tees Off' in New York City |
Tiger Woods was in New York City Tuesday, promoting his new video game. The world number one discussed the new PGA playoffs, his PGA Championship win and life as a father.
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Fall movie preview |
The fall season also promises to have something for everyone, like 3:10 to Yuma, The and The Kingdom. JohnRussell reports.
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Balls, Cups and Beers |
Young entrepreneurs and beer-pong enthusiasts attempt to cash in on the traditional-college drinking game. WSJ's Shelly Banjo reports.
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Wendy's Commercial |
Wendy's has been seeking a marketing campaign since founder Dave Thomas died in 2002. Here's a recent television campaign aimed at garnering younger customers.
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Quick Beauty Fixes |
Kris Connell of "Real Simple" magazine shows Julie Chen how to correct any last-minute beauty snafus, including a broken nail or a self-tan application gone wrong.
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Chilling out in Cairo |
Cairo is the new oasis for Arabs across the Middle East, who are flocking to Egypt on holidays. It's a chance for them to escape the burning heat of Gulf states, and a boon to the local economy, but locals have not extended open arms to the newcomers.
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Kensington Palace pays tribute to Diana |
Britain will pay tribute this week to the life of Princess Diana who, love her or loathe her, has managed to hold onto the posthumous title of "people's princess" since her tragic death 10 years ago. A exhibition, entitled "Diana, a Princess Remembered" is taking place in London's Kensington Palace.
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Flipped on end |
Many tourist who visit complain of mild seasickness and dizziness after just a few minutes of being in the structure.
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It's like, you know ... |
Despite the poor answer, Upton placed third runner up in the Miss Teen USA Pageant.
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NASA Buys Multimillion Dollar Space Toilet |
Check out this Russian-designed toilet NASA's buying for the expanded International Space Station. It costs a whopping 19-million dollars.
Aug 28, 2007
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AP Top Stories for Tuesday, August 28th |
Here's the latest news for Tuesday, August 28th: Vick pleads guilty; Bush motorcade crash; Senator arrested; Katrina remembered.
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Dealing With An Email Avalanche |
Many professionals and office workers say they suffer from email overload. It doesn't have to be that way. Andrea Coombes has three tips.
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German soccer sticks with Adidas |
Following a months long dispute, the German Football Association, DFB, decided to stick with German sportswear firm Adidas and reject a 500 million euro offer from Nike. Adidas has sponsored the national team since it won the first of its three World Cups in 1954.
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Robot bug bites Asian tech students |
Microsoft founder Bill Gates predicts a day is coming soon when there will be a robot in every home. If that's true, it could be the students competing at this year's Robocon competition in Vietnam who will design and build them.
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That's No Ordinary Housecat You've Got There |
A white Bengal tiger cub is just one of the gang in this U.K. home, living with four domestic cats and a veterinary nurse after being abandoned by his mother in a Safari Park. But he shouldn't get too cozy - he'll go back to the park soon.
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That Freezing Wind Will Keep the Lifts Running |
Massachusetts ski resort Jiminy Peak says it's the first to own and operate its own windmill. Officials say the turbine will not only power the ski area, but also generate enough electricity to supply about 1,200 homes in the area.
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Metal Is a Mainstay Niche for Guitar Makers |
The AP's Ron Harris interviews the founders of Halo Custom Guitars. Their demonically-themed guitars are in high demand these days, fueled by a resurgence in heavy metal music.
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Tennis Pioneer Althea Gibson Honored |
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Althea Gibson's victory in the U.S. National Championships, which later became the U.S. Open. In 1957, she became the first black player, male or female, to win the tournament.
Aug 27, 2007
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Redesigned Robo-Vac Reporting for Duty |
Nearly five years after rolling onto the market, the Roomba vacuum cleaner has undergone a redesign. The company claims the new version can finally overcome rug tassels and electrical cords.
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Owen Wilson Hospitalized in Good Condition |
Owen Wilson is reported in good condition after he was taken to a southern California hospital from his home by ambulance.
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Hulk Hogan's Son Injured in Car Crash |
Police say the son of professional wrestler Hulk Hogan was seriously injured in a Florida car crash Sunday night. A Toyota Supra driven by Nick Bollea was traveling at a high rate of speed at approximately 7:30 p.m., Clearwater Police spokesman Wayne Shelor said. Bollea, which is Hogan's real name, lost control and hit a raised median. The car flipped around, and the back end hit a palm tree.
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Pre-orders for New O.J. Book Surge |
Pre-orders for New O.J. Book Surge
O.J. Simpson's upcoming book entitled "If I did it" has moved into the top 50 on Barnes & Noble's Web site, even though the store has said it would not being carrying the book in stores when it is released in the fall.
In 1994, Ron Goldman and Nicole Brown Smith were brutally murdered at her home in Brentwood, California. O.J. Simpson was tried for the crime in a case that captured the attention of the American people, but was ultimately acquitted of criminal charges. The victims families brought a civil case against Simpson, which found him liable for willfully and wrongfully causing the deaths of Ron and Nicole committing battery with malice and oppression.
The Goldman family views this book as O.J.'s confession, and has worked hard to ensure that the public will read this book and learn the truth. This is O.J. Simpson s original manuscript, with up to 14,000 words of additional key commentary.
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Two-headed Calf Born in California |
Check out this two-headed calf recently born in a California dairy farm. Named 'blinky,' she has two ears, but four eyes and two mouths.
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Bikini-Clad Babes Spice Up Lawn Care in Memphis |
Memphis homeowners with unruly lawns are opting for a 'bikini cut.' Woman don swimsuits and fire up the lawn mowers for a unique landscaping service.
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Hurl that call |
Long distance calls take on a new meaning as Finland hosts the world mobile phone throwing championships. This year's winner of the international contest scooped gold with a throw of nearly 90 metres, just short of the world record but the contest also has heats for more eccentric styles.
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Over 1,000 Homes Evacuated From Idaho Wildfire |
In Idaho, most schools will be closed Monday and Tuesday around the resort area of Ketchum because of a lightning-caused fire that broke out more than a week ago. It's now spread over more than 54 square miles.
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Bus Driver Charged With Molesting Teen Girl |
A 62-year-old school bus driver in Arizona faces charges of molesting and abusing a female student.
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Pedophile Blogger Leaving California |
A self-described pedophile said he would leave California after a judge ordered him to stay away permanently from places where children gather.
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AP Top Stories for Monday, Aug. 26 |
Here's the latest news for Monday, Aug. 26: Seventh hole to be drilled in Utah mine; Iraq's prime minister fires back at U.S. criticism; Greek wildfires burn to the edge of ancient Olympia; Single ticket wins $314 million dollar powerball lottery.
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$314 Million Powerball Ticket Sold in Indiana |
There was one winning ticket for the $314.3 million powerball lottery prize, and it was sold in Richmond, Indiana. Lottery officials won't know who holds that ticket until someone comes forward.
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Chavez Outpaces U.S. in Aid to Latin America |
Bolstered by windfall oil profits, Venezuela's government has pledged $8.8 billion to Latin America. A total that will make the country the largest provider of direct state funding to the region.
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Merkel visits China |
Angela Merkel urges China, on her second visit to the country, calls for more effort to tackle the issues of climate change and rampant intellectual property rights abuses.
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Greek forest fire deaths rise |
More than 60 people are now known to have died in the forest fires sweeping parts of the country as the government offers a reward of over a million dollars for help in tracking down arsonists it believes are partly to blame.
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Camilla pulls out of Diana event |
The Duchess of Cornwall was invited to the service by Prince Charles and Diana's sons, Princes William and Harry to mark the 10th anniversary of Diana's death but said in a statement that her presence could divert attention from the purpose of the occasion.
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Iran unveils 'smart bomb' |
Iranian television has shown pictures of the weapon the state-run Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) says is ready for use. Iran often says it's built new arms or upgraded weapons but rarely gives enough details for analysts to determine their capabilities. American officials say Iran's military progress may be exaggerated. Spokesman vows to continue nuclear program.
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Diana's biggest fan |
In an otherwise nondescript street in the further reaches of north london lies a treasure trove of royal memorabilia. Margaret Tyler began collecting as a child but her dedication really took off when Prince Charles married Lady Diana Spencer. She developed a particular fondness for the Princess of Wales, an affection that continues to fuel her collection habit 10 years after that fateful day in Paris.
Aug 26, 2007
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AP Top Stories for Sunday, Aug. 26 |
Here's the latest news for Sunday, Aug. 26: Florida Democrats must weigh moving primary date; Ohio faces more weather woes; Sixth hole drilled at collapsed Utah mine; Mexican suspects arrested for allegedly transporting sea turtle eggs.
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Balloon Blazes, Plummets to Ground |
A hot air balloon catches fire over western Canada, forcing passengers to leap to the ground. Authorities say two people were burned to death, with 11 other people injured.
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Pickup Kills Six in Wedding Parade |
A celebration in Canada turned tragic, when a pickup ran over as many as 30 people marching in a traditional Indian pre-wedding parade Friday. The bride and groom were unharmed and the ceremony is still scheduled.
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Wildfires threaten Olympia |
Latest reports put the number of dead at about 50 but the toll is expected to rise. Most of those who perished were trapped behind fast-moving fire fronts on the southern Peloponnese peninsula.
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'Think Different?' Meet the iPhone Hacker |
A New Jersey teenager has developed a way to break the lock tying Apple's iPhone to its wireless network, making what's arguably the gadget of the year available to a wider audience.
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'Halloween' Is Back, Bigger and Badder |
Things got spooky in Hollywood this week with the premiere of Rob Zombie's version of the classic scream-fest 'Halloween,' which began the slasher franchise in 1978.
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'Prada' Shoes to Big for 'Nanny' to Fill |
The AP's Christy Lemire reviews 'Nanny Diaries' starring Scarlett Johansson, Laura Linney and Paul Giamatti. She says the film pales in comparison to other chick-lit adaptations like 'The Devil Wears Prada.'
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SEO: Optimizing Search |
What can small businesses do to optimize their search engine ranking (SEO)? In Worth A Minute, Niki Fielding, CEO of Digital Brand Expressions, offers advice.
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Art enlivens Cuban village |
Fuster is one of Cuba's most creative artists. Over the years the sculptor has single-handedly transformed his fishing village with an array of mosaics, making him a one-man beautification team for a poor community in need of color.