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  • Real Madrid's Ronaldo looks on during their Spanish First Division soccer match against Espanyol at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid
    Soccer: Ronaldo returns to Man United in Champions League Reuters - 1 hr 43 mins ago

    (Reuters) - Cristiano Ronaldo will return to Manchester United with nine-times winners Real Madrid in the Champions League round of 16 and Lionel Messi's Barcelona take on AC Milan. Bayern Munich, last … More »Soccer: Ronaldo returns to Man United in Champions League

    Real Madrid's Ronaldo looks on during their Spanish First Division soccer match against Espanyol at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid

    (Reuters) - Cristiano Ronaldo will return to Manchester United with nine-times winners Real Madrid in the Champions League round of 16 and Lionel Messi's Barcelona take on AC Milan. Bayern Munich, last season's beaten finalists, play Arsenal and Juventus take on surprise qualifiers Celtic. Big-spending Paris St Germain …

  • Avalanche Survivor Saved by Left Hand
    Avalanche Survivor Saved by Left Hand Good Morning America - 1 hr 56 mins ago

    Woman Survived by Scooping the Snow Away From her Mouth More »Avalanche Survivor Saved by Left Hand

    Avalanche Survivor Saved by Left Hand

    Woman Survived by Scooping the Snow Away From her Mouth

  • EU foresees 'healthy' level of fishing ahead
    EU foresees 'healthy' level of fishing ahead AP - 1 hr 58 mins ago

    European Union fisheries said Thursday they are moving toward more efficient and sustainable fishing that should see the stocks of threatened species recover while securing the livelihood of fishermen.After … More »EU foresees 'healthy' level of fishing ahead

    EU foresees 'healthy' level of fishing ahead

    European Union fisheries said Thursday they are moving toward more efficient and sustainable fishing that should see the stocks of threatened species recover while securing the livelihood of fishermen.After ...

  • Emergency crews are shown outside Neptune Technologies in Sherbrooke, Que., Thursday, November 8, 2012 where a large explosion at the plant sent a number of people to hospital with serious injuries. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes.
    Canadian Press HeadLine Package AP - 4 mins 34 secs ago

    NYON, Switzerland - Real Madrid will face Manchester United in a mouthwatering Champions League last-16 clash that sends Cristiano Ronaldo back to where he made his reputation, and Jose Mourinho to the … More »Canadian Press HeadLine Package

    Emergency crews are shown outside Neptune Technologies in Sherbrooke, Que., Thursday, November 8, 2012 where a large explosion at the plant sent a number of people to hospital with serious injuries. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes.

    NYON, Switzerland - Real Madrid will face Manchester United in a mouthwatering Champions League last-16 clash that sends Cristiano Ronaldo back to where he made his reputation, and Jose Mourinho to the club many believe he wants to coach one day.

  • Schild of Austria clears a gate during the giant slalom race at the women's Alpine skiing World Cup in St. Moritz
    Alpine skiing: World champion Schild injured in training Reuters - 2 hrs 16 mins ago

    ARE, Sweden (Reuters) - Slalom world champion Marlies Schild crashed in training for an Alpine ski World Cup race on Thursday, injuring ligaments, the Austrian team said. Schild flew home to Austria from … More »Alpine skiing: World champion Schild injured in training

    Schild of Austria clears a gate during the giant slalom race at the women's Alpine skiing World Cup in St. Moritz

    ARE, Sweden (Reuters) - Slalom world champion Marlies Schild crashed in training for an Alpine ski World Cup race on Thursday, injuring ligaments, the Austrian team said. Schild flew home to Austria from Sweden immediately, the team added without giving any more details about the extent of the injury. The Austrian, who …

  • FILE - Donald Fehr, executive director of the NHL Players Association, speaks to reporters about on going labor talks with the league outside the NHL headquarters in New York, in this July 31, 2012 file photo. Donald Fehr and the players' association are ready to get back to the bargaining table at any moment. They are now just waiting for the NHL to feel the same way. "(We aren't talking) because the owners have not indicated a desire to resume," the NHLPA's executive director said Wednesday night Dec. 19, 2012 before a charity hockey game.   (AP Photo/Kathy Willens, File)
    Fehr says players waiting for NHL to resume talks AP - 2 hrs 40 mins ago

    TORONTO (AP) — Donald Fehr and the players' association are ready to get back to the bargaining table at any moment. They are now just waiting for the NHL to feel the same way. More »Fehr says players waiting for NHL to resume talks

    FILE - Donald Fehr, executive director of the NHL Players Association, speaks to reporters about on going labor talks with the league outside the NHL headquarters in New York, in this July 31, 2012 file photo. Donald Fehr and the players' association are ready to get back to the bargaining table at any moment. They are now just waiting for the NHL to feel the same way. "(We aren't talking) because the owners have not indicated a desire to resume," the NHLPA's executive director said Wednesday night Dec. 19, 2012 before a charity hockey game.   (AP Photo/Kathy Willens, File)

    TORONTO (AP) — Donald Fehr and the players' association are ready to get back to the bargaining table at any moment. They are now just waiting for the NHL to feel the same way.

  • Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35)  scores in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
    Durant scores 41 as streaking Thunder top Hawks AP - 2 hrs 47 mins ago

    ATLANTA (AP) — Oklahoma City's biggest stars displayed a unique version of balanced scoring against Atlanta: Russell Westbrook led the Thunder in the first half and Kevin Durant dominated the Hawks over … More »Durant scores 41 as streaking Thunder top Hawks

    Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35)  scores in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

    ATLANTA (AP) — Oklahoma City's biggest stars displayed a unique version of balanced scoring against Atlanta: Russell Westbrook led the Thunder in the first half and Kevin Durant dominated the Hawks over the final two quarters.

  • Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Detroit in Syracuse, N.Y., Monday, Dec. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
    Column: 'This microphone is powerful right now.' AP - 2 hrs 51 mins ago

    The game was over, and the postgame interview appeared to be, too, when Winthrop coach Pat Kelsey suddenly decided otherwise. More »Column: 'This microphone is powerful right now.'

    Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Detroit in Syracuse, N.Y., Monday, Dec. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)

    The game was over, and the postgame interview appeared to be, too, when Winthrop coach Pat Kelsey suddenly decided otherwise.

  • Winthrop head coach Pat Kelsey gestures to his team against Ohio State during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State won 65-55. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
    Winthrop coach pleads for action after shooting AP - 2 hrs 59 mins ago

    COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Moments after his team lost a basketball game, Winthrop coach Pat Kelsey spoke of a bigger loss. More »Winthrop coach pleads for action after shooting

    Winthrop head coach Pat Kelsey gestures to his team against Ohio State during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State won 65-55. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

    COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Moments after his team lost a basketball game, Winthrop coach Pat Kelsey spoke of a bigger loss.

  • Miss USA, Olivia Culpo, left, is crowned Miss Universe during the Miss Universe competition, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
    Miss USA Olivia Culpo is crowned Miss Universe AP - 3 hrs ago

    LAS VEGAS (AP) — An American university student is the new Miss Universe, defeating dozens of contestants from six continents to bring the crown back to the U.S. after a drought of more than a decade. More »Miss USA Olivia Culpo is crowned Miss Universe

    Miss USA, Olivia Culpo, left, is crowned Miss Universe during the Miss Universe competition, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)

    LAS VEGAS (AP) — An American university student is the new Miss Universe, defeating dozens of contestants from six continents to bring the crown back to the U.S. after a drought of more than a decade.

  • New Zealand's Southee celebrates taking the wicket of Sri Lanka's Dilshan during the fourth day of second and final test cricket match in Colombo
    Thumb injury rules Southee out of South Africa tour Reuters - 4 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - Fast bowler Tim Southee has been ruled out of New Zealand's tour of South Africa due to a thumb injury which is expected to keep him off the field for up to two months, the country's cricket … More »Thumb injury rules Southee out of South Africa tour

    New Zealand's Southee celebrates taking the wicket of Sri Lanka's Dilshan during the fourth day of second and final test cricket match in Colombo

    (Reuters) - Fast bowler Tim Southee has been ruled out of New Zealand's tour of South Africa due to a thumb injury which is expected to keep him off the field for up to two months, the country's cricket board said on Thursday. Southee, who was the most impressive bowler for New Zealand during their drawn test series in …

  • Tottenham Hotspur's Bale challenges Liverpool's Gerrard during their English Premier League soccer match at White Hart Lane in London
    Tottenham's Bale returns to training after hamstring injury Reuters - 6 hrs ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale could return to the side for Saturday's match against Stoke City after three weeks out with a hamstring injury, the Premier League club said on their … More »Tottenham's Bale returns to training after hamstring injury

    Tottenham Hotspur's Bale challenges Liverpool's Gerrard during their English Premier League soccer match at White Hart Lane in London

    LONDON (Reuters) - Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale could return to the side for Saturday's match against Stoke City after three weeks out with a hamstring injury, the Premier League club said on their website. Bale has returned to training after being out of action since picking up the injury against Fulham on December …

  • Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel prepares before the qualifying session of the Japanese F1 Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit
    Vettel takes triple in year of surprises Reuters - 6 hrs ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - Formula One fans have learned to expect the unexpected and 2012, despite Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull ending up as world champions for the third year in a row, was predictably unpredictable. … More »Vettel takes triple in year of surprises

    Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel prepares before the qualifying session of the Japanese F1 Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit

    LONDON (Reuters) - Formula One fans have learned to expect the unexpected and 2012, despite Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull ending up as world champions for the third year in a row, was predictably unpredictable. While Sebastien Loeb racked up a ninth successive championship with Citroen in rallying - an outcome that surprised …

  • Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal
    Armstrong case sends shockwaves, Britain rules Reuters - 6 hrs ago

    PARIS (Reuters) - The Lance Armstrong scandal left a huge gap in cycling's record books and further tainted the sport in a year when Britain experienced Olympic bliss in the wake of Bradley Wiggins' Tour … More »Armstrong case sends shockwaves, Britain rules

    Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

    PARIS (Reuters) - The Lance Armstrong scandal left a huge gap in cycling's record books and further tainted the sport in a year when Britain experienced Olympic bliss in the wake of Bradley Wiggins' Tour de France title. Armstrong was banned for life and stripped of his record seven Tour de France titles after the U.S. …

  • New Orleans Hornets center Robin Lopez, right, pulls in a rebound as Los Angeles Clippers' DeAndre Jordan watches during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
    Clippers beat Hornets 93-77 for 11th straight win AP - 6 hrs ago

    LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers' franchise record-tying 11th consecutive victory had owner Donald Sterling leading a "hip, hip hooray" chant in the locker room. More »Clippers beat Hornets 93-77 for 11th straight win

    New Orleans Hornets center Robin Lopez, right, pulls in a rebound as Los Angeles Clippers' DeAndre Jordan watches during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

    LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers' franchise record-tying 11th consecutive victory had owner Donald Sterling leading a "hip, hip hooray" chant in the locker room.

  • Last year the Indianapolis Colts had two wins and 14 losses. Under rookie Andrew Luck's leadership this year, they're 9-5 and almost certainly playoff-bound.
    Why more NFL teams should start rookie QBs The Week - 6 hrs ago

    Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin III, and Russell Wilson are on the verge of making playoff history More »Why more NFL teams should start rookie QBs

    Last year the Indianapolis Colts had two wins and 14 losses. Under rookie Andrew Luck's leadership this year, they're 9-5 and almost certainly playoff-bound.

    Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin III, and Russell Wilson are on the verge of making playoff history

  • Gabon's players stand together during the penalty shootout in their African Cup of Nations quarter-final soccer match against Mali at the Stade De L'Amitie Stadium in Gabon's capital Libreville
    Gabon penalised with 3-0 defeat over ineligible player Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    BERNE (Reuters) - Gabon have been penalised with a 3-0 defeat for fielding an ineligible player in their World Cup qualifier away to Niger in Niamey on June 3 which ended in a 0-0 draw, FIFA said on Wednesday. … More »Gabon penalised with 3-0 defeat over ineligible player

    Gabon's players stand together during the penalty shootout in their African Cup of Nations quarter-final soccer match against Mali at the Stade De L'Amitie Stadium in Gabon's capital Libreville

    BERNE (Reuters) - Gabon have been penalised with a 3-0 defeat for fielding an ineligible player in their World Cup qualifier away to Niger in Niamey on June 3 which ended in a 0-0 draw, FIFA said on Wednesday. The world governing body's disciplinary committee overturned the result after ruling that Gabon defender Charly …

  • Snowstorm causing problems from Rockies to Midwest AP - 8 hrs ago

    DENVER (AP) — A storm that has dumped more than a foot of snow in the Rocky Mountains was causing problems for travelers as it spread across the Plains on Wednesday. More »Snowstorm causing problems from Rockies to Midwest

    DENVER (AP) — A storm that has dumped more than a foot of snow in the Rocky Mountains was causing problems for travelers as it spread across the Plains on Wednesday.

  • NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly speaks to reporters in New York
    NHL: Sides continue to talk, but not to each other Reuters - 9 hrs ago

    TORONTO (Reuters) - Two of the chief figures in the NHL labor dispute were doing a lot of talking on Wednesday but not to each other as the lockout dragged into a fourth month and hopes of salvaging the … More »NHL: Sides continue to talk, but not to each other

    NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly speaks to reporters in New York

    TORONTO (Reuters) - Two of the chief figures in the NHL labor dispute were doing a lot of talking on Wednesday but not to each other as the lockout dragged into a fourth month and hopes of salvaging the season continue to slip away. NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly and Donald Fehr, head of the NHL Players Association (NHLPA), …

  • Miss USA Culpo is congratulated by Miss Teen USA West and Miss Universe 2011 Lopes during Miss Universe pageant in Las Vegas
    Miss USA crowned Miss Universe in eighth American win Reuters - 9 hrs ago

    LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - A 20-year-old beauty queen who plays the cello and is a breast cancer advocate was crowned Miss Universe on Wednesday, the eighth time an American has won the pageant where the world's … More »Miss USA crowned Miss Universe in eighth American win

    Miss USA Culpo is congratulated by Miss Teen USA West and Miss Universe 2011 Lopes during Miss Universe pageant in Las Vegas

    LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - A 20-year-old beauty queen who plays the cello and is a breast cancer advocate was crowned Miss Universe on Wednesday, the eighth time an American has won the pageant where the world's most beautiful women parade in bikinis and ball gowns. Olivia Culpo, 20, a brunette from Rhode Island, was chosen …

  • FILE - In this May 29, 2010, file photo, Los Angeles Angels Kendrys Morales (8) reacts after breaking his left ankle while jumping onto home plate after hitting a grand slam to win their baseball game against the Seattle Mariners, in Anaheim, Calif. The Angels have traded power hitter Morales to the Mariners for left-hander Jason Vargas. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)
    Angels trade 1B-DH Morales to Seattle for Vargas AP - 10 hrs ago

    SEATTLE (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels got the pitching depth they wanted. The Seattle Mariners got the power-bat they so desperately needed. More »Angels trade 1B-DH Morales to Seattle for Vargas

    FILE - In this May 29, 2010, file photo, Los Angeles Angels Kendrys Morales (8) reacts after breaking his left ankle while jumping onto home plate after hitting a grand slam to win their baseball game against the Seattle Mariners, in Anaheim, Calif. The Angels have traded power hitter Morales to the Mariners for left-hander Jason Vargas. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)

    SEATTLE (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels got the pitching depth they wanted. The Seattle Mariners got the power-bat they so desperately needed.

  • Venezuelan baseball player Cabrera attends an event to donate sports equipment to young athletes in Maracay
    Never-say-die Giants cap season of surprises Reuters - 10 hrs ago

    NEW YORK (Reuters) - The never-say-die San Francisco Giants' rousing drive to the World Series title capped a year of surprises, sensational individual achievements and big-name doping controversies in … More »Never-say-die Giants cap season of surprises

    Venezuelan baseball player Cabrera attends an event to donate sports equipment to young athletes in Maracay

    NEW YORK (Reuters) - The never-say-die San Francisco Giants' rousing drive to the World Series title capped a year of surprises, sensational individual achievements and big-name doping controversies in Major League Baseball (MLB). Miguel Cabrera of the pennant-winning Detroit Tigers claimed the first Triple Crown sweep …

  • Cleveland Browns running back Trent Richardson (33) scores on a 1-yard touchdown run against the Washington Redskins in the second quarter of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
    RB Richardson thinks Saban will stay at Alabama AP - 12 hrs ago

    BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Trent Richardson would be surprised if Nick Saban followed him from Alabama to the Cleveland Browns. More »RB Richardson thinks Saban will stay at Alabama

    Cleveland Browns running back Trent Richardson (33) scores on a 1-yard touchdown run against the Washington Redskins in the second quarter of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

    BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Trent Richardson would be surprised if Nick Saban followed him from Alabama to the Cleveland Browns.

  • 'The Hobbit' Will Eat Your Box Office
    'The Hobbit' Will Eat Your Box Office The Atlantic Wire - 13 hrs ago

    Though we didn't care much for it, and usually every moviegoer in America listens to us, Peter Jackson's The Hobbit is doing a brisk business at the box office. After five days of release, it's passed … More »'The Hobbit' Will Eat Your Box Office

    'The Hobbit' Will Eat Your Box Office

    Though we didn't care much for it, and usually every moviegoer in America listens to us, Peter Jackson's The Hobbit is doing a brisk business at the box office. After five days of release, it's passed the $100 million mark domestically and earned some $270 million worldwide. That's not huge huge, I mean not when you consider …

  • Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) celebrates his touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers with Lawrence Vickers (47) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
    Cowboys trusting Bryant to make call on finger AP - 14 hrs ago

    IRVING, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys couldn't trust receiver Dez Bryant to even run the right routes less than two months ago. More »Cowboys trusting Bryant to make call on finger

    Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) celebrates his touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers with Lawrence Vickers (47) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

    IRVING, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys couldn't trust receiver Dez Bryant to even run the right routes less than two months ago.

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  • The New York Stock Exchange on Broad Street in lower Manhattan in New York
    IntercontinentalExchange takes aim at CME with NYSE talks Reuters - 4 mins 18 secs ago

    NEW YORK/LONDON (Reuters) - IntercontinentalExchange is in talks to buy New York Stock Exchange owner NYSE Euronext, in a multi-billion dollar deal designed to push it … More »IntercontinentalExchange takes aim at CME with NYSE talks

    The New York Stock Exchange on Broad Street in lower Manhattan in New York

    NEW YORK/LONDON (Reuters) - IntercontinentalExchange is in talks to buy New York Stock Exchange owner NYSE Euronext, in a multi-billion dollar deal designed to push it into the big league of European derivatives and take on arch rival CME Group. ICE may consider a spin-off or sale of NYSE's stock markets, a source told …

  • A man walks past the Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
    Under pressure from Abe, Bank of Japan boosts stimulus again Reuters - 2 hrs 34 mins ago

    TOKYO (Reuters) - The Bank of Japan delivered its third shot of monetary stimulus in four months on Thursday, in a prelude to more aggressive action next year as it faces … More »Under pressure from Abe, Bank of Japan boosts stimulus again

    A man walks past the Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo

    TOKYO (Reuters) - The Bank of Japan delivered its third shot of monetary stimulus in four months on Thursday, in a prelude to more aggressive action next year as it faces intensifying pressure from the country's next leader for bolder action to beat deflation. It also signaled setting a higher inflation target at its next …

  • An employee walks past a logo of Swiss bank UBS in Zurich
    UBS traders charged, bank fined $1.5 billion in Libor scandal Reuters - 6 hrs ago

    ZURICH/NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. prosecutors charged two former UBS traders with taking part in a multi-year scheme to manipulate Libor and other benchmark interest rates, … More »UBS traders charged, bank fined $1.5 billion in Libor scandal

    An employee walks past a logo of Swiss bank UBS in Zurich

    ZURICH/NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. prosecutors charged two former UBS traders with taking part in a multi-year scheme to manipulate Libor and other benchmark interest rates, making them the first individuals to be criminally accused in the international scandal. The charges against the two traders, Tom Hayes and Roger Darin, …

  • U.S. President Barack Obama speaks about the fiscal cliff to members of the media in the White House Briefing Room
    "Fiscal cliff" talks turn sour, Obama threatens veto Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Talks to avoid a U.S. fiscal crisis stalled on Wednesday as President Barack Obama accused opponents of holding a personal grudge against him while … More »"Fiscal cliff" talks turn sour, Obama threatens veto

    U.S. President Barack Obama speaks about the fiscal cliff to members of the media in the White House Briefing Room

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Talks to avoid a U.S. fiscal crisis stalled on Wednesday as President Barack Obama accused opponents of holding a personal grudge against him while the top Republican negotiator called the president "irrational." As a year-end deadline nears, Obama and House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner …

  • A man walks near a Thomson Reuters logo at the Thomson Reuters building in Canary Wharf in east London
    EU ends Thomson Reuters codes probe after concessions Reuters - 32 mins ago

    BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union regulators dropped an antitrust investigation into Thomson Reuters on Thursday after the company made it easier for customers using … More »EU ends Thomson Reuters codes probe after concessions

    A man walks near a Thomson Reuters logo at the Thomson Reuters building in Canary Wharf in east London

    BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union regulators dropped an antitrust investigation into Thomson Reuters on Thursday after the company made it easier for customers using its financial instrument codes to switch to competing services. The European Commission said its ruling meant the news and information company would not …

  • Vehicles drive on the 3rd Ring Road through Beijing's central business district
    China needs pro-growth policies, reforms in 2013: think tank Reuters - 2 hrs 24 mins ago

    BEIJING (Reuters) - China's economic performance in 2013 needs pro-growth policies and speedier reforms to boost domestic demand in the face of uncertainty in the global … More »China needs pro-growth policies, reforms in 2013: think tank

    Vehicles drive on the 3rd Ring Road through Beijing's central business district

    BEIJING (Reuters) - China's economic performance in 2013 needs pro-growth policies and speedier reforms to boost domestic demand in the face of uncertainty in the global environment, a senior economist at the cabinet's think tank said on Thursday. "We need to focus more on boosting domestic demand," Hou Yongzhi, head of …

  • Gary Gensler, chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), listens during an interview with Reuters in London
    Bumpy final stretch in U.S. watchdog swaps overhaul Reuters - 57 mins ago

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - On Monday, October 15, top U.S. derivatives regulator Gary Gensler watched a mock ceremony to mark the start of a broad overhaul of the swaps industry … More »Bumpy final stretch in U.S. watchdog swaps overhaul

    Gary Gensler, chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), listens during an interview with Reuters in London

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - On Monday, October 15, top U.S. derivatives regulator Gary Gensler watched a mock ceremony to mark the start of a broad overhaul of the swaps industry that started that day. In a conference room at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), two senior staff members cut a white ribbon hanging …

  • FILE - Trader Richard Scardino, left, works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, in this Dec. 14, 2012 file photo taken in in New York. World stock markets faced resistance Thursday Dec. 20, 2012 after talks turned sour among U.S. political leaders trying to reach an agreement over how to avert an economically disastrous "fiscal cliff" before the end of the year. A downturn in U.S. housing starts also hurt sentiment.  (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
    NYSE, ICE shares halted; sale talks reported AP - 27 mins ago

    NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of the company that runs the New York Stock Exchange and a rival exchange have been halted in premarket trading amid reports that one of the most … More »NYSE, ICE shares halted; sale talks reported

    FILE - Trader Richard Scardino, left, works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, in this Dec. 14, 2012 file photo taken in in New York. World stock markets faced resistance Thursday Dec. 20, 2012 after talks turned sour among U.S. political leaders trying to reach an agreement over how to avert an economically disastrous "fiscal cliff" before the end of the year. A downturn in U.S. housing starts also hurt sentiment.  (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)

    NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of the company that runs the New York Stock Exchange and a rival exchange have been halted in premarket trading amid reports that one of the most prominent symbols of global capitalism may be up for sale.

  • FILE - Trader Richard Scardino, left, works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, in this Dec. 14, 2012 file photo taken in in New York. World stock markets faced resistance Thursday Dec. 20, 2012 after talks turned sour among U.S. political leaders trying to reach an agreement over how to avert an economically disastrous "fiscal cliff" before the end of the year. A downturn in U.S. housing starts also hurt sentiment.  (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
    Futures heading higher ahead of housing data AP - 49 mins ago

    NEW YORK (AP) — Stock futures are heading higher in advance of more housing data that most economists expect will paint an improving picture. More »Futures heading higher ahead of housing data

    FILE - Trader Richard Scardino, left, works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, in this Dec. 14, 2012 file photo taken in in New York. World stock markets faced resistance Thursday Dec. 20, 2012 after talks turned sour among U.S. political leaders trying to reach an agreement over how to avert an economically disastrous "fiscal cliff" before the end of the year. A downturn in U.S. housing starts also hurt sentiment.  (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)

    NEW YORK (AP) — Stock futures are heading higher in advance of more housing data that most economists expect will paint an improving picture.

  • This undated photo provided on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012 by the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia shows is a bonneted Martha Washington on a nonsense test piece.  The Mint has been testing different materials to find less expensive ways to make coins. (AP Photo/U.S. Mint)
    US Mint testing new metals to make coins cheaper AP - 5 hrs ago

    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — When it comes to making coins, the Mint isn't getting its two cents worth. In some cases, it doesn't even get half of that. A penny costs more than … More »US Mint testing new metals to make coins cheaper

    This undated photo provided on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012 by the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia shows is a bonneted Martha Washington on a nonsense test piece.  The Mint has been testing different materials to find less expensive ways to make coins. (AP Photo/U.S. Mint)

    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — When it comes to making coins, the Mint isn't getting its two cents worth. In some cases, it doesn't even get half of that. A penny costs more than two cents and a nickel costs more than 11 cents to make and distribute. The quandary is how to make coins more cheaply without sparing our change's quality …

  • Darden profit falls despite Olive Garden revamp AP - 31 mins ago

    ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Darden Restaurants said Thursday that its net income fell 37 percent in the latest quarter, as revamped menus and new ad campaigns failed to draw … More »Darden profit falls despite Olive Garden revamp

    ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Darden Restaurants said Thursday that its net income fell 37 percent in the latest quarter, as revamped menus and new ad campaigns failed to draw more diners into its Olive Garden and Red Lobster chains.

  • Red lights illuminate Pennsylvania Avenue as the U.S. Capitol glows in the twilight, in Washington, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, as talks continue on the looming fiscal cliff. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
    Medicare premiums could rise for many retirees AP - 5 hrs ago

    WASHINGTON (AP) — It's a health care change that President Barack Obama and Republicans both embrace: Expand a current, little-known law so more retirees the government … More »Medicare premiums could rise for many retirees

    Red lights illuminate Pennsylvania Avenue as the U.S. Capitol glows in the twilight, in Washington, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, as talks continue on the looming fiscal cliff. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

    WASHINGTON (AP) — It's a health care change that President Barack Obama and Republicans both embrace: Expand a current, little-known law so more retirees the government considers well-off are required to pay higher Medicare premiums.

  • Cars for export park at a port in Yokohama, south of Tokyo, Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012. Japan is reporting its fifth straight month of trade deficits for November, marking a lengthy span of lagging exports that highlights a struggling economy. The Finance Ministry released data Wednesday, Dec. 19, showing the trade deficit soared nearly 38 percent last month compared to November the previous year. (AP Photo/Koji Sasahara)
    Hopes for new leader to pressure Bank of Japan AP - 4 hrs ago

    TOKYO (AP) — Hopes are high in Japan Inc. for the new prime minister. Stocks are recovering. The central bank is set to supercharge an already loose monetary policy. … More »Hopes for new leader to pressure Bank of Japan

    Cars for export park at a port in Yokohama, south of Tokyo, Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012. Japan is reporting its fifth straight month of trade deficits for November, marking a lengthy span of lagging exports that highlights a struggling economy. The Finance Ministry released data Wednesday, Dec. 19, showing the trade deficit soared nearly 38 percent last month compared to November the previous year. (AP Photo/Koji Sasahara)

    TOKYO (AP) — Hopes are high in Japan Inc. for the new prime minister. Stocks are recovering. The central bank is set to supercharge an already loose monetary policy. The soaring yen, a big minus for exporters, is reversing course.

  • Fiat announces $1.3 BN investment for new SUVs AP - 34 mins ago

    MILAN (AP) — Fiat chief executive Sergio Marchionne has announced a €1 billion ($1.32 billion) investment to produce two SUVs at a plant in southern Italy. More »Fiat announces $1.3 BN investment for new SUVs

    MILAN (AP) — Fiat chief executive Sergio Marchionne has announced a €1 billion ($1.32 billion) investment to produce two SUVs at a plant in southern Italy.

  • Peugeot, GM unveil joint-venture models AP - 1 hr 35 mins ago

    PARIS (AP) — PSA Peugeot Citroen and GM have unveiled the first vehicles they will develop together as part of a joint venture they hope will reduce costs and re-energize … More »Peugeot, GM unveil joint-venture models

    PARIS (AP) — PSA Peugeot Citroen and GM have unveiled the first vehicles they will develop together as part of a joint venture they hope will reduce costs and re-energize their businesses.

  • Ericsson to take $1.2B hit for loss-making venture AP - 57 mins ago

    STOCKHOLM (AP) — Wireless equipment maker Ericsson says it will take a charge of 8 billion kronor ($1.2 billion) in the fourth quarter related to its loss-making joint … More »Ericsson to take $1.2B hit for loss-making venture

    STOCKHOLM (AP) — Wireless equipment maker Ericsson says it will take a charge of 8 billion kronor ($1.2 billion) in the fourth quarter related to its loss-making joint venture ST-Ericsson, a semiconductor manufacturer.

  • Nations worry US trade could turn protectionist AP - 59 mins ago

    GENEVA (AP) — A biennial review of U.S. trade policy found concerns among nations that America's fiscal belt-tightening could make it more prone to protectionist mea … More »Nations worry US trade could turn protectionist

    GENEVA (AP) — A biennial review of U.S. trade policy found concerns among nations that America's fiscal belt-tightening could make it more prone to protectionist measures.

  • Tax Refunds May Be Delayed By Cliff Wrangling @ ABC News - 31 mins ago

    Morning Business Memo: If you depend on an early tax refund to help pay for large holiday credit card bills you could be out of luck. The last-minute debate over the … More »Tax Refunds May Be Delayed By Cliff Wrangling

    Morning Business Memo: If you depend on an early tax refund to help pay for large holiday credit card bills you could be out of luck. The last-minute debate over the fiscal cliff may delay tax refunds in the new year because the IRS is...

  • Businesses Market Around Mayan End of World @ ABC News - 52 mins ago

    While many people are paying little attention to the Mayan prediction of the end of the world on Friday, businesses have had a bit more fun with the latest Doomsday prediction. … More »Businesses Market Around Mayan End of World

    While many people are paying little attention to the Mayan prediction of the end of the world on Friday, businesses have had a bit more fun with the latest Doomsday prediction.

  • Christmas Shopping: How to Get Free Last-Minute Shipping Deals @ ABC News - 1 hr 57 mins ago

    Becky Worley and Brad Marshland report: The bad news: The cut-off for free shipping on most online sites was Tuesday, Dec. 18. The good news: We’ve got some sneaky ways … More »Christmas Shopping: How to Get Free Last-Minute Shipping Deals

    Becky Worley and Brad Marshland report: The bad news: The cut-off for free shipping on most online sites was Tuesday, Dec. 18. The good news: We’ve got some sneaky ways to finagle free rush shipping and a list of sites still offering free shipping guaranteed...

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Quotes of the Day

Selected from Michael Moncur's Collection of Quotations - December 20, 2012
Washington is the only place where sound travels faster than light.
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C. V. R. Thompson  
It's kind of fun to do the impossible.
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Walt Disney (1901 - 1966)  
There is no greater importance in all the world like knowing you are right and that the wave of the world is wrong, yet the wave crashes upon you.
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Norman Mailer (1923 - 2007), Armies Of The Night  
Winning may not be everything, but losing has little to recommend it.
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Senator Dianne Feinstein (1933 - )  

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