22/02/2012
Marie Colvin killed in Syrian shelling – Ninemsn
Telegraph.co.ukMarie Colvin killed in Syrian shellingNinemsnMarie Colvin, who was killed in Syria, was a renowned war reporter for Britain's Sunday Times whose trademark black eye-patch symbolised her commitment to the trade. US-born but based in London for many years, her 30-year career saw her cover some of …Journalists Marie Colvin and Remi Ochlik die in HomsBBC NewsMarie Colvin: fearless, committed, essentialTelegraph.co.ukProfile: Marie Colvin, intrepid and fearless war correspondentReutersThe Guardian -The Independent (blog)all 2,297 news articles »
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Sunday Times journalist Marie Colvin killed in Homs – The Independent
Sunday Times journalist Marie Colvin killed in HomsThe IndependentForeign Secretary William Hague, said: "Marie Colvin embodied the highest values of journalism throughout her long and distinguished career as a foreign correspondent…” To fellow journalists Marie was a wonderful and warm colleague as well as a brave …and more »
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Marie Colvin – The Guardian
The GuardianMarie ColvinThe GuardianMarie Colvin, who has been killed by a shell in Syria aged 56, was a fearless but never foolhardy war correspondent who believed passionately in the need to report on conflicts from the frontline. In a career spanning 30 years, she covered wars from …
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22/02/2012
So Pinterest Is A Woman’s World. Does That Matter? – NPR (blog)
Lakestar Media (blog)So Pinterest Is A Woman's World. Does That Matter?NPR (blog)by April Fehling A visit to the Pinterest homepage typically reveals images of makeup, women's fashions — and the occasional "pin" of Justin Bieber. A visit to the Pinterest homepage typically reveals images of makeup, women's fashions — and the …pins to projects: Pinterest in real lifeCNN'Pinterest' becomes newest social media crazeKPHO PhoenixIs Pinterest the new Facebook?Lakestar Media (blog)all 12 news articles »
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Why Pinterest isn’t just for girls – The Guardian
The GuardianWhy Pinterest isn't just for girlsThe GuardianWhen I suggested I should write about Pinterest, the technology editor chortled in return: "Everyone says It Is For Girls. You are a Girl. Therefore you are Perfect to do it." And that's pretty much the perception of Pinterest, the latest social media …New Site Sparking Brands' and Businesses' “Pinterest”Business InsiderBrands, get 'pinned' for profit with PinterestBizcommunity.comPinterest: Five Ways To Use The New Social Pinning SiteKVIA El PasoWall Street Journal (blog) -San Francisco Chronicle -Forbesall 76 news articles »
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Ann Romney joins Pinterest – Washington Post (blog)
New York MagazineAnn Romney joins PinterestWashington Post (blog)She is not yet following anyone (though we invite her to follow The Washington Post on Pinterest here). Zac Moffatt, the digital director for the Romney campaign, said Mrs. Romney is doing the “pinning” herself, with guidance from some other family …Ann Romney Blazes a Trail for Politics on PinterestThe AtlanticAnn Romney embraces PinterestCNN (blog)Ann Romney Is a Genius at PinterestNew York MagazineGawker -The Hill (blog)all 15 news articles »
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22/02/2012
Jennifer Aniston Calls ‘Wanderlust’ Nude Scene No ‘Big Deal’ – MTV.com
AceShowbizJennifer Aniston Calls 'Wanderlust' Nude Scene No 'Big Deal'MTV.comBy Kevin P. Sullivan, with reporting by Josh Horowitz (@joshuahorowitz) In the lead-up to the release of the new comedy "Wanderlust," much has been made of Jennifer Aniston's purported nude scene in the film. But when MTV New's Josh Horowitz sat down …Jennifer Aniston Weighs In on 'Wanderlust' Nude Scene: 'Bottomless, Topless …AceShowbizJennifer Aniston: 'Wanderlust' Nude Scenes Were "Liberating"The Daily Blabber from iVillageJennifer Aniston on Being Naked in Wanderlust: "Bottomless, Topless…It's …E! OnlineTheCelebrityCafe.com -TheImproper.comall 399 news articles »
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OR-7′s Wanderlust Sends Him Back Toward Oregon Border – OPB News
OR-7's Wanderlust Sends Him Back Toward Oregon BorderOPB NewsBy MARK FREEMAN Wandering wolf OR-7 is retracing his steps through Northern California and Tuesday was in howling distance of Southern Oregon. OR-7's transmitter collar showed the nearly 3-year-old male was in northeast Siskiyou County, about 10 miles …and more »
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In the grip of wanderlust – The Hindu
The HinduIn the grip of wanderlustThe HinduOne way Suresh Joseph unwinds is by hitting the road. When life and work turn hectic, when his creative batteries need a recharge, he hits the high road. The former General Manager of Dubai Ports World, Suresh, who earlier served the Indian Railway …
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22/02/2012
Franklin Graham Questions Obama’s Christian Faith – ABC News (blog)
New York Daily NewsFranklin Graham Questions Obama's Christian FaithABC News (blog)Franklin Graham, son of evangelist Billy Graham, questioned the president's religious faith today, saying he was unsure whether Obama was a Christian. “I think you have to ask President Obama,” Graham said when asked on MSNBC's “Morning Joe” whether …Rev. Graham: Obama seen as 'son of Islam'msnbc.comRev. Franklin Graham Questions Obama's, Romney's Christian FaithWall Street Journal (blog)Franklin Graham questions Obama's Christian beliefs, calls Santorum 'a man of …Washington Post (blog)New York Daily News -Politicoall 227 news articles »
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Briefing Bites: Franklin Graham, Gas Prices and Syrian Militarization – CNN (blog)
ABC NewsBriefing Bites: Franklin Graham, Gas Prices and Syrian MilitarizationCNN (blog)Franklin Graham questioned the president's commitment to Christianity, saying he "can't say categorically" that the president is not a Muslim. "Under Islamic law, Sharia law, Islam sees him as a son of Islam," Graham said. "Because his father was a …White House Press Briefing by Jay Carney, February 21, 2012eNews Park Forestall 2,380 news articles »
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Franklin Graham Makes Controversial Remarks – WLOS
WLOSFranklin Graham Makes Controversial RemarksWLOSReverend Franklin Graham stirred controversy over his remarks about President Obama's faith after appearing on MSNBC's "Morning Joe". Graham says he has to take the President at his word that he's a Christian but would not say with certainty that he is …and more »
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22/02/2012
One more big case: High court adds affirmative action in college entry to … – Chicago Tribune
Los Angeles TimesOne more big case: High court adds affirmative action in college entry to …Chicago TribuneWASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is setting an election-season review of racial preference in college admissions, agreeing Tuesday to consider new limits on the contentious issue of affirmative action programs. A challenge from a white student who …Supreme Court will hear case on affirmative action at collegesLos Angeles TimesUniversity Affirmative Action Draws US High Court ScrutinyBusinessWeekSupreme Court Wades Into Affirmative Action IssueNPRChristian Science Monitor -msnbc.comall 687 news articles »
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Court to Rule on Affirmative Action Ban – The UCSD Guardian Online
Court to Rule on Affirmative Action BanThe UCSD Guardian OnlineA lawsuit filed in Federal Court this month aims to end a statewide ban on affirmative action and increase the number of minority students in public colleges. On Feb. 13, three members of the 9th Circuit Appellate Court heard arguments from affirmative …Affirmative action policy no longer remedies historical setbacks, but punishes …Loyola College Greyhound (subscription)all 2 news articles »
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SCOTUS Grants Cert in Affirmative Action Case: ‘Cause It’s an Election Year … – Above the Law
SCOTUS Grants Cert in Affirmative Action Case: 'Cause It's an Election Year …Above the LawBy Elie Mystal Last year, the Fifth Circuit upheld the University of Texas's affirmative action plan in Fisher v. University of Texas. But they did so in a petulant, childish manner, as if somebody was forcing them to eat their vegetables.and more »
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21/02/2012
Closing on lead in sprintcars – TheMercury.com.au
Closing on lead in sprintcarsTheMercury.com.auHutchins, from Sassafras, the defending series champion, won the 30-lap final from series leader Jamie Bricknell and former state champion Kurt Luttrell, both from Launceston. Hutchins led from green light to checkered flag.
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City vehicle catches fire in Erie – GoErie.com
City vehicle catches fire in ErieGoErie.comA municipal vehicle caught on fire as it was driving on West 19th Street near Sassafras Street in Erie at about 8:30 am on Feb. 17. An Erie Bureau of Streets truck that was out on pothole patrol was sent back to the shop for repairs after catching fire …and more »
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Gallatin County plungers raise money for Special Olympics – The Bozeman Daily Chronicle
Gallatin County plungers raise money for Special OlympicsThe Bozeman Daily ChronicleCostumes and creative team names abounded, including “Angry Amy and the Sassafras Bash” and “There is no 'I' in team but there is one in Onesie,” a group of two detention officers and a 911 dispatcher wearing one-piece footie pajamas.and more »
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21/02/2012
Mardi Gras 2012: Fat Tuesday Celebrations Include Harry Connick Jr., Cindy … – Huffington Post
Sacramento BeeMardi Gras 2012: Fat Tuesday Celebrations Include Harry Connick Jr., Cindy …Huffington PostMARY FOSTER and STACEY PLAISANCE 02/21/12 09:00 AM ET AP NEW ORLEANS — Revelers hit the streets Tuesday to celebrate Mardi Gras, lured to the French Quarter and stately oak-lined avenues by the chance to snag beads and baubles from seemingly endless …Mardi Gras 2012 culminates on Fat TuesdayWTSP 10 NewsMardi Gras Parade, Monday February 20, 2012Denver PostMardi Gras 2012Sacramento BeeInternational Business Timesall 1,096 news articles »
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Mardi Gras 2012′s queen of Carnival is Ella Monsted Bright – NOLA.com
NOLA.comMardi Gras 2012's queen of Carnival is Ella Monsted BrightNOLA.comIt took a few moments for the meaning to sink in: On Mardi Gras 2011, she had gone to her first Rex Grand Ball and watched her cousin Jane reign as queen of Carnival. But in 2012, she would be the one in the spotlight at the Sheraton Hotel, …Mardi Gras 2012's Rex is Hardy FowlerBayoubuzzall 9 news articles »
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Michigan’s Best Paczki? Celebrate Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras 2012 with prune … – MLive.com
MLive.comMichigan's Best Paczki? Celebrate Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras 2012 with prune …MLive.comBy John Gonzalez | gonzo@mlive.com City of Hamtramck websiteAre you celebrating Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras 2012 with Paczki? I am? Today is all about Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras 2012 and even prepping ourselves — spiritually — for Ash Wednesday.and more »
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