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Hong Kong and Macau Michelin Guide 2012 Winners Announced
The latest edition of the Hong Kong and Macau Michelin Guide is due out by next week and the announcement ceremony was held December 1 in Hong Kong.
Dec 1, 2011 - Erin De Santiago
The X Factor 11/30/11 Review
The reality competition paid tribute to Michael Jackson, as the top seven performed his songs with his family members in the audience.
Nov 30, 2011 - Paul Brown
League Cup 2011-12: Palace Spring Shock on Red Devils
Crystal Palace last beat Manchester United at Old Trafford in 1989. Could the Eagles upset the Premier League champions in this cup tie?
Nov 30, 2011 - Jamie Clark
Dolphin Activists Symbolically 'Occupy The Cove' in Taiji
The recent Occupy Wall Street movement has sparked a new campaign for dolphin activists. Occupy The Cove is picking up steam on an international level.
Nov 30, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt
State of Emergency Declared on Canadian Reserve
The housing conditions in Northern Ontario's Attawapiskat First Nation are so bad that the band council has issued a desperate call for help.
Nov 30, 2011 - Rupert Taylor
Americans Losing Faith in Self-Employment
Polls show that many are losing faith in self-employment. The American dream of being your own boss is becoming out-of-reach for average Americans.
Nov 30, 2011 - KC Morgan
WWE SmackDown 11/29/11 Recap: Hour Two
Mark Henry retained the World Heavyweight Championship in a steel cage title defense against Daniel Bryan.
Nov 29, 2011 - Paul Brown
WWE SmackDown 11/29/11 Recap: Hour One
Mick Foley hosted a special live holiday edition of "SmackDown" that included a Divas Mistletoe Match and appearances from Dusty Rhodes and Roddy Piper.
Nov 29, 2011 - Paul Brown
Stonehenge: Archaeologists Find New Signs of Sun Worship
Although it had been speculated that Stonehenge was a sacred site built for astrological worship for years, new discoveries reinforce the theory.
Nov 29, 2011 - Jill Stefko
League Cup 2011-12: Man City Edge Arsenal to Make Semi-Finals
Roberto Mancini's men travelled to North London having never won against the Gunners since their move from Highbury. Could the Sky Blues end the hoodoo?
Nov 29, 2011 - Jamie Clark
'My Tram Experience' Racist Woman Remanded in Custody
Emma West was filmed unleashing a torrent of abuse at passengers on an English train. 3 million hits on YouTube later, she was identified and arrested.
Nov 29, 2011 - Jo Harrington
Book Review: Turbo Windows
A review of "Turbo Windows - the Ultimate PC Speed Up Guide" from Auslogics Software.
Nov 29, 2011 - Liz Cornwell
WWE Raw 11/28/11 Recap: Hour Two
CM Punk retained the WWE Championship in his first title defense against Alberto Del Rio.
Nov 28, 2011 - Paul Brown
WWE Raw 11/28/11 Recap: Hour One
Rowdy Roddy Piper tried unsuccessfully to make John Cena turn heel and John Morrison was written off TV by being injured by The Miz.
Nov 28, 2011 - Paul Brown
Sirhan Sihran Seeks Prison Release: Vital Evidence Cited
1968: Sirhan was found guilty of assassinating Senator Robert F. Kennedy. He cites astounding evidence stating his innocence and violation of his rights.
Nov 28, 2011 - Jill Stefko
Breast Cancer Drug Avastin No Longer Allowed by Health Canada
Health Canada suspended authorization for the drug Avastin to be used in treating metastatic breast cancer, saying the risks outweighed the benefits.
Nov 28, 2011 - Tamara Laschinsky
Bedlam Series History
Oklahoma holds a big edge over Oklahoma State in the bedlam series. The football series between the two dates back to 1904.
Nov 28, 2011 - James Jordan
The Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 4, Episode 4 Recap
Peter had a heated argument with Cynthia's sister and Kandi had a party for her 35th birthday in "Jewels Be Dangled".
Nov 27, 2011 - Paul Brown
Brenchel Taking on the World on CBS's New Amazing Race
Based on sightings at LAX, Big Brother's dysfunctional couple Brendon and Rachel ("Brenchel") will compete as one of the teams on CBS's The Amazing Race 20.
Nov 27, 2011 - Steven Fife
Premier League 2011-12: November 26 Roundup
With Arsenal playing Fulham in the teatime game, there were 7 other games on Saturday. Manchester United faced Newcastle with Chelsea & Spurs also in action
Nov 26, 2011 - Jamie Clark
Bundesliga Match Report: Dortmund Comfortably Defeat Schalke
Borussia Dortmund met Schalke 04 at Signal Iduna Park for the 133rd Revierderby in the 14th matchday of the German Bundesliga 2011/12.
Nov 26, 2011 - Alan Clark
Premier League 2011-12: Potters' Poor Run Ends
Two struggling sides met at the Britannia Stadium in the lunchtime fixture. Only basement side Wigan were in worse form than Stoke and Blackburn
Nov 26, 2011 - Jamie Clark
NBA Lockout Ends; NBA Labor Deal Could Mean Christmas Games
NBA players & owners reached a tentative deal on Saturday, averting a potential season-ending lockout. The first NBA games will be played on Christmas day.
Nov 26, 2011 - Clayton Browne
Roger Federer Left as Favourite for ATP Finals Record Crown
Roger Federer has once again managed to keep himself fighting and fit for the ATP World Tour Finals, something Djokovic, Nadal and Murray have failed to do.
Nov 26, 2011 - Thomas Drake
Jimi Hendrix: Late Rocker Would Have Turned 69 on Nov. 27, 2011
The world would have had such great music had Jimi Hendrix lived. The rock legend, just named Rolling Stone's top guitarist, turned 69 on Nov. 27, 2011.
Nov 25, 2011 - Marcus Hondro
WWE SmackDown 11/25/11 Recap: Hour Two
Daniel Bryan became the #1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship when he won a Fatal 4-Way match.
Nov 25, 2011 - Paul Brown
WWE SmackDown 11/25/11 Recap: Hour One
Daniel Bryan thought he took the World Heavyweight Championship from Mark Henry, but Teddy Long reversed his bid to cash in his contract.
Nov 25, 2011 - Paul Brown
Mexico Recognizes 2nd Reference to Mayan Calendar 2012
Mexican officials stated that the 2012 Mayan Calendar's doomsday prophecies were rumors until a second archaeological find made experts recognize it.
Nov 25, 2011 - Jill Stefko
Croatia Tourist Board Releases New Promotional Video for 2012
Croatian cellist Ana Rucner plays Beethoven's Ode to Joy, as Croatia promotes inland tourism and brands itself 'the new star of the European Union'.
Nov 25, 2011 - Paul Bradbury
Week 13 College Football Scores - NCAA Top 25 Results
NCAA Top 25 college football scores. Thanksgiving rivalry weekend scores & results, including Auburn-Alabama & LSU-Arkansas & games impacting 2012 BCS bowls
Nov 25, 2011 - Clayton Browne
Canada Prevents Violent Criminals from Sponsoring Family Members
A new regulation was announced that tightens the rules preventing violent sex and other offenders from sponsoring family members who could become victims.
Nov 25, 2011 - Arthur Weinreb
Justin Bieber Taking Another DNA Test? Tired of This Yet?
This is getting tiresome, no? Now Justin Bieber may have to take a second DNA test, or so says the lawyer of his accuser. A money grab?
Nov 25, 2011 - Marcus Hondro
Black Friday 2011 Deals: eReaders, Tablets, iPods, and Gift Cards
Post Thanksgiving sales offer Black Friday bargains for audiobook and ebook fans. Here is your Black Friday cheat sheet for digital media shopping deals.
Nov 25, 2011 - Alex Sharp
Lady Gaga Review: "A Very Gaga Thanksgiving"
A review of Lady Gaga's "A Very Gaga Thanksgiving" special, which features performances of "Bad Romance," "Born This Way," "Edge of Glory" and "You and I."
Nov 24, 2011 - Markos Papadatos
Impact Wrestling 11/24/11 Recap
Teams captained by Kurt Angle and James Storm faced off in an eight-man elimination tag team main event.
Nov 24, 2011 - Paul Brown
James Reimer Back in Leafs Goal Soon
James Reimer is practicing with the Leafs on a road trip and says he's feeling "great." Coach Ron Wilson says he'll back back "soon". Sunday in Anaheim?
Nov 24, 2011 - Marcus Hondro
Lady Gaga Puts Out Mini-Album for Holidays
Lady Gaga gets a little jazzy with her version of Bing Crosby's White Christmas. She adds 3 other songs and releases a holiday mini-album on Nov. 23, 2011.
Nov 24, 2011 - Marcus Hondro
Ratings Analysis: Is Body of Proof In Danger of Being Cancelled?
What are the ratings for ABC's series Body of Proof and what do they mean for the shows future? Is the series really in danger of being canceled?
Nov 24, 2011 - Patrick Munn
Justin Bieber Says Yeater a "Weasel" on Letterman Show
He doesn't normally call people names but maybe Justin Bieber can be forgiven. After all if Mariah Yeater is lying then she is being a bit of a weasel, no?
Nov 24, 2011 - Marcus Hondro
Paranoid Penguin Returns Some Kindle eBooks to Public Libraries
Here is a nice Thanksgiving suprise: after Penguin pulled all of their Kindle formatted digital books from public libraries, some Ovolder ebooks are back.
Nov 24, 2011 - Alex Sharp
The Muppets Review
Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy are taking back the limelight, but since it's not easy being green, they must first get together again the Muppet mob.
Nov 24, 2011 - Elizabeth Fredericks
Best Black Friday 2011 eReader and Tablet Tips and Shopping Deals
What stores have the best after Thanksgiving sales for Audiobook and eBook fans? Check out deals on devices: iPods, Kindles, Nooks, Kindle Fires, and iPads.
Nov 24, 2011 - Alex Sharp
Rolling Stone Mag Names 100 All-Time Best Rock Guitarists
Rolling Stone is an institution and when it publishes a list of rock greats it gets attention. This time a huge panel has named the100 rock guitar greats.
Nov 23, 2011 - Marcus Hondro
The X Factor 11/23/11 Review
Kelly Clarkson and Bruno Mars performed on the U.S. edition's first double elimination results show, and Lakoda Rayne and LeRoy Bell were eliminated.
Nov 23, 2011 - Paul Brown
Sailing in Croatia: Hvar Adventure to Mark End of Busy 2011
Hvar's premier sailing specialists announce New Year activities to coincide with the Laser Europa Cup regatta, extending Hvar's 2011 season to December 31.
Nov 23, 2011 - Paul Bradbury
Sony Announces Game Lineup for Europe Launch of PlayStation Vita
The PlayStation Vita might be Sony's last hope to stave off iOS and Android in mobile gaming. The lineup for their Europe launch was revealed today.
Nov 23, 2011 - Paul Williams
Amnesty International Fights Forced Evictions of Roma in Belgrade
Illegal evictions and other human rights violations against Roma, gypsies and other travellers in Serbia have been made a priority by Amnesty International.
Nov 23, 2011 - Jo Harrington
XFN's Agressive Social Media Strategy Delivers Over 50 000 Tweets
XFilesNews, continuing their campaign for a third X-Files film, organised a twitter campaign that amassed over 50 000 tweets using the hashtag #XF3.
Nov 23, 2011 - Patrick Munn
College Bowl Preview - BCS Rankings and 2012 BCS Bowl Projections
A preview of 2012 college football bowl season, including BCS rankings, projections & schedule for the BCS bowls & national championship (BCS title) game.
Nov 23, 2011 - Clayton Browne
World Press Photo 2011 Southbank Centre London - Last Week
The hugely popular World Press Photo exhibiton, this year at London's Southbank Centre since Nov 11th enters its last week. Don't miss this top free event
Nov 23, 2011 - Thomas Randall