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Norway Announces H1N1 Swine Flu Mutation Discovered

Michael Santo — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:37:26 +0000

The WHO and Norwegian health authorities a mutation in the H1N1 swine flu strain. The mutation could be responsible for causing the severest symptoms among those infected, as it goes deeper into the respiratory system.

Denver Broncos: Kyle Orton Misses Third Day of Practice with Ankle Injury

Sean Douglas — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:19:26 +0000

Last week the Denver Broncos started out on fire against the Washington Redskins. Quarterback Kyle Orton threw two early first quarter touchdowns to Brandon Marshall, and it looked like the Broncos would roll to victory. However, later in the game Orton sprained his ankle and missed the rest of the contest.

Philip Morris USA to Pay Smoker $300 Million

Cheryl Phillips — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:19:42 +0000

Cigarette maker Philip Morris USA was ordered Thursday by a Florida jury to pay $300 million in damages to an ex-smoker. Cindy Naugle, who is wheelchair-bound by emphysema, is 61 years old. Although the jury ordered Philip Morris USA to pay, they also found Ms. Naugle was 10% responsible because of her decision to start smoking.

Miley Cyrus Tour Bus Accident (VIDEO)

Cheryl Phillips — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:56:50 +0000

The Virginia State Police said a tour bus belonging to Miley Cyrus overturned Friday morning but that Miley Cyrus was not on board. One person is confirmed dead. Cyrus is scheduled to perform on Sunday in Greensboro, N.C.

One Staffer Dead As Miley Cyrus Tour Bus Crashes

Michael Santo — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:23:14 +0000

One person was killed as a Miley Cyrus tour bus crashed outside Richmond, VA, on Friday. It has been confirmed that Miley Cyrus was not onboard.

John Kerry: Daughter Alexandra Not Legally Drunk

Cheryl Phillips — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:15:38 +0000

Despite many stories on the Internet on Thursday, John Kerry's daughter, Alexandra was not arrested on a DUI charge, but for the suspicion of driving under the influence. Alexandra Kerry, 36, was arrested in Los Angeles early Thursday morning and released at 5:25 a.m. after posting $5,000 bail, according to police records. She was not pulled over for drunk driving as reported on many websites.

Sears Black Friday Sales 2009 on Saturdays Until Christmas

Michael Santo — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:06:19 +0000

Sears has officially announced its Black Friday Sales 2009, in a manner of speaking. The company has begun advertising what it calls Black Friday Now! Doorbuster sales, which will run every Saturday until Christmas.

Black Friday Doorbuster Deals 2009: Walmart, Target, Best Buy

Cheryl Phillips — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:47:34 +0000

Black Friday doorbuster deals are popular with shoppers and the Internet is helping to spread the word on these deals so fast that the words "doorbuster" and "Black Friday" are constantly in the Google trending topics. Best Buy, Walmart, Target and many other retailers are trying to lure shoppers in as early as possible to nail down some good retails sales numbers despite a shaky economy.

Black Friday Doorbusters Not Always Bargains

Michael Santo — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:03:28 +0000

You might remember those car ads people railed about. "Come in and get a Mercedes for Half-Price!" Of course, those only applied to ONE individual car on an entire lot. As Black Friday continues to be the biggest shopping day of the year, doorbusters are supposed to be the biggest bargains. However, in reality, are Black Friday doorbuster deals a bargain?

Top 10 Worst Toys for 2009

Cheryl Phillips — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:46:57 +0000

The World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. (W.A.T.C.H.), a Massachusetts charitable non-profit corporation, has announced its annual "Top 10 Worst Toys" list for 2009. Popular toys such as Zhu Zhu Pets are not on the list, but a foam rocket launcher, children's book and Batman and Wolverine action figures are among the most dangerous toys listed for 2009.

Tim Lincecum Wins Second Consecutive Cy Young Award

Michael Santo — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:26:39 +0000

It's hard to imagine a pitcher with a 15-7 record winning the National League Cy Young award, yet the San Francisco Giants' Tim Lincecum has done just that. In fact, it's his second consecutive Cy Young award, placing him among the elite of all-time, despite his young age, 25.

Pumpkin Pies in Short Supply for Thanksgiving

Cheryl Phillips — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:44:46 +0000

If you love pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving and use canned pumpkin in your recipe, it might be time to start thinking about making an apple pie instead. Heavy rains that persisted throughout the 13-week pumpkin harvest in Morton, Illinois, making it difficult to pick the entire crop. As a result, less pumpkin has been picked and canned, leading to an anticipated shortage of LIBBY’S pumpkin products as the holidays approach.

The Twilight Saga: New Moon Quotes are Perfect Pick-up Lines

Cheryl Phillips — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:53:28 +0000

Unless you have lived under a rock for the past year, you have at the very least heard these two words: New Moon. The Twilight Saga: New Moon is the second book in the Twilight Saga and Friday, November 20th is a big day for vampire fans. The second in the Twilight series of books becomes a movie for all fans to flock to on Friday and there will be many memorable quotes being repeated by fans.

Stefanie Spielman, Wife of Former NFL LB Dies At 42

Michael Santo — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:40:00 +0000

Stefanie Spielman, wife of former Ohio State University and NFL linebacker Chris Spielman, has died. She was only 42, and died after a long fight against cancer.

China Unscathed Through the Financial Crisis

aboey — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:36:56 +0000

Singapore — 20 November 2009—China’s unique economic environment has allowed it to ride through the recent financial crisis relatively unscathed. According to a study in China and World Economy published by Wiley-Blackwell, China should be able to offset the adverse impact of external shocks, putting the economy back on track to resume its strong economic growth.