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‘Thank heaven it’s not a Chinese tourist’ say netizens after Italian...

<!– google_ad_section_start –> A finger has been snapped off a statue estimated to be 600 years old at an Italian museum. But this time, it’s not a Chinese tourist who is to blame. <!–...

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Philippine rescuers race to help typhoon-hit towns after deadly Utor

<!– google_ad_section_start –> Philippine rescuers searched isolated towns devastated by deadly Typhoon Utor as barefoot children stood among ruined homes, but early preparations appeared to have...

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Forget the FEMA Trailers

The young designers behind the Ablenook believe utilitarian temporary shelters don’t have to be unwieldy, ugly, or expensive. Originally posted here: Forget the FEMA Trailers The post Forget the FEMA...

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Astronaut recalls his drowning nightmare

<!– google_ad_section_start –> The Italian astronaut who nearly drowned in his helmet during a spacewalk has revealed how he frantically tried to come up with a plan to save himself. <!–...

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CY Leung to face Occupy Central chief at dinner on reform

<!– google_ad_section_start –> Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying will come face to face with a core organiser of the Occupy Central democracy campaign for the first time at one of two dinners...

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Tenants in industrial building subdivided flats will get one-off subsidy

<!– google_ad_section_start –> Low income families living in subdivided flats in industrial buildings would receive a one-off subsidy, acting Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor said on...

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The Lede: How to Help Typhoon Victims in the Philippines

A list of contact information for some organizations that plan to provide relief to victims of Typhoon Haiyan. View post: The Lede: How to Help Typhoon Victims in the Philippines The post The Lede: How...

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Not Even Marcos Family Is Spared Residents’ Ire

Some of the blame for the slow relief efforts after Typhoon Haiyan is falling on Imelda Marcos and her family, who have long been revered in Tacloban, the Philippines. More here: Not Even Marcos Family...

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Iran Split on Nuclear Deal

Sanctions relief—but no political prisoners released? The country’s fractured democratic opposition is divided on whether the Geneva agreement will bode well for its struggle. See the original post:...

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Attacks Rise on Aid Workers in Afghanistan

Fatalities have more than tripled this year, making the country by far the most dangerous place in the world for relief work, according to United Nations officials. Read more: Attacks Rise on Aid...

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Susan Boyle: I Have Asperger’s

Daily Beast New Call diagnosis a “relief.” Link to original -  Susan Boyle: I Have Asperger’s The post Susan Boyle: I Have Asperger’s appeared first on heave-ho.org | all the news that's fit to click™.

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Amid the Uproar Over the Health Law, Voices of Quiet Optimism and Relief

Despite its flaws, the insurance market has given hope to many who could not afford coverage or were denied it because of existing medical conditions. View original post here: Amid the Uproar Over the...

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Ketamine ‘should be made Class B’

Ketamine should become a Class B drug after new evidence revealed the damage it can do to the bladder, government advisers are to say. Read this article: Ketamine ‘should be made Class B’ The post...

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Watchdog attacks pension annuities

The Financial Services Consumer Panel says the annuities market is confusing and may not offer good value to pensioners. Read the original: Watchdog attacks pension annuities The post Watchdog attacks...

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Sport leaders called to fixing talks

Senior figures from five major sports are invited to a Whitehall summit following allegations of fixing in football. Read the original post: Sport leaders called to fixing talks The post Sport leaders...

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Sound of Music actress dies at 91

Oscar-nominated actress Eleanor Parker, who was best-known for playing the baroness in The Sound of Music, dies aged 91. Read more: Sound of Music actress dies at 91 The post Sound of Music actress...

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Same-sex weddings to begin in March

The first same-sex weddings in England and Wales can take place from 29 March 2014, Equalities Minister Maria Miller says. Follow this link: Same-sex weddings to begin in March The post Same-sex...

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GP dangers and ‘Scrooge’ Terry in news

Concerns over standards at GP practices, the “fake” sign language interpreter at Nelson Mandela’s memorial, more selfies and “Scrooge” John Terry make headlines. Read more: GP dangers and ‘Scrooge’...

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U.N. Seeks Record Sum for Humanitarian Aid in 2014

Half the unprecedented $13 billion sought by the United Nations for emergency relief would go to the Syria crisis. Visit link: U.N. Seeks Record Sum for Humanitarian Aid in 2014 The post U.N. Seeks...

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Aid Challenge in Syria Mounts for U.N. Official

Some rights advocates say Valerie Amos, the United Nations relief coordinator, has been too patient with the Syrian government in pushing for access to areas in need. Read the original post: Aid...

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