New Year’s TV: ‘Walking Dead’ and other marathons – USA TODAY

USA TODAYThe New York Philharmonic Gala with Yo-Yo Ma PBS, Tuesday, 8 ET/PT (times may vary). There not much we can do about 2013 now — but if you want to exit the year on a high note, turn to Live From Lincoln Center for this opening gala concert. Unless, of …Tuesday’s Highlights: New Year’s […]



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China: Police Kill 8 Assailants in a Clash in Xinjiang – New York Times

New York TimesSecurity officers on Monday killed eight attackers and detained one person as the police repelled an assault on a police station in the western region of Xinjiang, government officials said. A report on Tianshan News, the official news website of Xinjiang, said …Chinese police kill 8 in Xinjiang ‘terrorist attack’Times of IndiaChina says […]



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New York, New Jersey Picked For Drone Testing Sites – CBS Local

CBS LocalLAS VEGAS (CBSNewYork/AP) — New York and New Jersey are among several states selected by federal officials to develop test sites for drones — a critical next step for the burgeoning industry that could one day produce thousands of unmanned aircraft …New York among six US states awarded drone test centersBuffalo NewsFAA selects Central […]



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Reese must lead Giant turnaround – ESPN

ESPNEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — As Black Mondays go, the New York Giants got off easy compared to the housecleaning that some of the NFL’s other non-playoff teams went through. But the message that became clearer the longer everyone talked on getaway …Eli Manning’s contract being extended is ‘on the table’ with GiantsThe Star-Ledger – NJ.comGilbride […]



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Helicopter rescue possible for ship stuck off Antarctica – USA TODAY

USA TODAYThe passengers and some of the crew on a Russian-flagged research ship stranded in ice off Antarctica will be evacuated by a Chinese helicopter once weather permits, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Monday. “A decision has been reached to evacuate 52 …‘Stuck in our own experiment’: Leader of trapped team insists polar ice is […]



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Spurs’ Parker Apologizes for ‘Quenelle’ Gesture – ABC News

ABC NewsSan Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker apologized Monday for a newly surfaced photograph that shows him making the same gesture with anti-Semitic connotations that French soccer star Nicolas Anelka displayed while celebrating a goal this weekend, …Soccer’s No Place for a Nazi SaluteBloombergSpurs’ Tony Parker apologizes for controversial gestureLos Angeles TimesTony Parker apologizes for […]



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Beyonce’s sample on ‘XO,’ using audio from ’86 Challenger disaster, angers widow – New York Daily News

New York Daily NewsOne of Beyonce’s new songs has struck the wrong chord with family of the victims of the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger disaster. The pop star’s new song, “XO,” opens with a six-second audio sample that originally was broadcast in the immediate aftermath of …Beyonce blasted for sampling Challenger tragedy clip in new […]



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Where Is Tim Tebow Now? Rumors Have SEC Network TV Job, Cleveland … – Sports World Report

Sports World ReportNew England Patriots quarterback Tim Tebow prays with his teammates and members of the New York Giants after their NFL preseason game in Foxborough, Massachusetts, August 29, 2013. (Photo : Reuters) “. The Tim Tebow free agent saga now will be … and more …read more Source: Sports From Google News



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New York’s homeless wait for Bill de Blasio to put words into action – The Guardian

The GuardianAccording to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, the number of homeless people in New York City has increased by 69%, to a record 64,000, since Michael Bloomberg became mayor in 2001. A large part of the rise has occurred since …Bill De Blasio To Be Sworn In As New York City […]



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Michelle Obama tweets support to Robin Roberts, girlfriend – New York Daily News

New York Daily NewsMichelle Obama congratulated “Good Morning America” host Robin Roberts and her newly acknowledged girlfriend, Amber Laign, as Roberts marks her remarkable recovery after a bone marrow transplant. “I am so happy for you and Amber!” the first lady …Robin Roberts PS I’m GayTMZ.comGMA’s Robin Roberts reveals same-sex relationshipUSA TODAYRobin Roberts reveals same-sex […]



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Egypt likely to change roadmap, hold presidential vote first-sources – Reuters

ReutersCAIRO (Reuters) – Egypt’s government is likely to call a presidential election before parliamentary polls, officials said on Monday, rearranging the political timetable in a way that could see army chief General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi elected head of state by April.Egypt arrests Al-Jazeera journalistsAFPEgypt Detains Journalists It Says Aired ‘False News’New York TimesEgypt arrests Al […]



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Redskins fire coach Mike Shanahan – USA TODAY

USA TODAYMike Shanahan is out as the Washington Redskins’ coach and executive vice president. The team fired him after a meeting Monday morning, one day after the Redskins finished a controversy-filled 3-13 season with a 20-6 loss to the New York Giants.Mike Shanahan’s firing is latest chapter in Washington Redskins’ sad recent historyWashington PostRedskins’ options […]



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Gunmen in Greece Attack German Ambassador’s Residence – New York Times

New York TimesAssailants raked the German ambassador’s residence in Athens with gunfire early on Monday in an attack that caused no injuries, Greek police officials said. World Twitter Logo. Connect With Us on Twitter. Follow @nytimesworld for international breaking …Greek gov’t condemns attack on German ambassador’s houseXinhuaAssailants open fire on home of German ambassador to […]



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Khloe Kardashian: ‘I’m excited for this year to be over with’ – New York Daily News

New York Daily NewsAfter a bumpy 2013 in which she officially jettisoned husband Lamar Odom, Khloe Kardashian says she is looking forward to the New Year and “new beginnings.” “I love the new year, new beginnings,” the 29-year-old reality television star told Cosmopolitan …Kris Jenner Wanted Khloe Kardashian To Get A Nose Job When She […]



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GMA’s Robin Roberts Casually Comes Out in Facebook Post – New York Magazine

New York MagazineConfirming that the People magazine “I’m Gay” cover really is a thing of the past, Good Morning America anchor Robin Roberts came out on Sunday in a Facebook post in which she reflected on her health struggles and wished her followers a happy 2014.Roberts thanks girlfriend following rare illnessWashington PostRobin Roberts publicly acknowledges […]



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Schumacher Remains in Medically Induced Coma – New York Times

New York TimesGRENOBLE, France — Doctors said on Monday they cannot make a prognosis for Michael Schumacher, the retired Formula One champion who suffered a serious head injury in a skiing accident. Chief anesthesiologist Jean-Francois Payen told reporters …Doctor says former F1 champion Michael Schumacher is ‘fighting for his life’Fox NewsF1 icon Schumacher in coma […]



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New York Today: Murder Hits Record Low – New York Times (blog)

New York Times (blog)William J. Bratton begins his second stint as police commissioner with the city considerably safer than it was even a year ago. New York is set to finish 2013 with a 20 percent drop in murders. Most other crimes are falling, too. There were 332 murders … …read more Source: New York […]



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GOP Leaders Dismiss New York Times Benghazi Report – TIME

TIMERepublican House members argued that a New York Times investigation into the 2012 attack on a U.S. compound in Benghazi, Libya, was inaccurate. The report, published Saturday, contends that local militias — not al-Qaeda — were responsible for the …New York Times report casts doubt on al Qaeda involvement in BenghaziCNNLawmakers push back on New […]



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Aaron Rodgers leads Packers past Bears, into playoffs – USA TODAY

USA TODAYCHICAGO — So what if Aaron Rodgers was rusty early Sunday afternoon? By Sunday evening, he was spectacular. BOX SCORE: Packers 33, Bears 28. ONE THROW: Rodgers returns to save season. Rodgers, in his first game in nearly two months, threw a …Aaron Rodgers, Randall Cobb lead Packers over Bears, 33-28Boston.comFacing a fourth and […]



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Egypt arrests 3 Al Jazeera journalists – CNN

CNN(CNN) — Three Al Jazeera journalists were arrested by Egyptian security forces, with the government saying at least one of them met with members of the banned Muslim Brotherhood. Correspondent Peter Greste, producer Mohamed Fahmy and cameraman …Egypt Detains Journalists It Says Aired ‘False News’New York TimesBombing wounds 4 soldiers in northeast EgyptWashington PostBlast at […]



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Bad Weather Impedes Antarctic Rescue Mission – Wall Street Journal

Wall Street JournalAn inquisitive Adelie Penguin next to the stranded ship MV Akademik Shokalskiy, which is trapped in the ice at sea off Antarctica. AFP/Getty Images. SYDNEY—Snow showers, strong winds and poor visibility are hampering attempts to rescue dozens of …Aurora Australis abandons attempt to save Akademik Shokalskiy in AntarcticaSydney Morning HeraldWeather forces Australian icebreaker […]



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