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27 Jan 2012 23:52:49

Young children among 74 killed in 2 days of Syrian turmoil as UN considers crisis - Washington Post

Globe and Mail Young children among 74 killed in 2 days of Syrian turmoil as UN considers crisis Washington Post BEIRUT Two days of bloody turmoil in Syria killed at least 74 people, including small children, as forces loyal to President Bashar Assad shelled residential buildings and fired on crowds in a dramatic escalation of violence, activists said Friday. More than 50 killed in 2 days of violence in Syria NEW: Opposition group says scores are killed in the last two days WORLD - News of the Day From Across the Globe
27 Jan 2012 23:52:11

Ferris Bueller's midlife day off (#whatwouldferrisdo) - Washington Post (blog)

NME.com Ferris Bueller's midlife day off ( whatwouldferrisdo) Washington Post (blog) By Brandon Weigel On Thursday, a graying Matthew Broderick, dressed in a bathrobe, throws open the curtains, smells the fresh air and wonders, How can I handle work on a day like today? The line, of course, pays homage to the famous words once ... Ferris Bueller Super Bowl Ad Likely A Honda Commercial Ferris Bueller sequel: Matthew Broderick to reprise his most famous role Ferris Bueller Returns In a Super Bowl Ad?
27 Jan 2012 22:57:35

Another Impressive Day for Tiger Woods on European Tour: A Fan's Reaction - Yahoo! Sports

Telegraph.co.uk Another Impressive Day for Tiger Woods on European Tour: A Fan's Reaction Yahoo! Sports McIlroy had the best score of the three players in day one, shooting -5. Impressive play continued from each player. Rory had some absolutely blistering long drives and incredible iron shots. He managed to make 6 birdies on the course, but gave all of ... The great dane Woods shoots 69, McIlroy 72; both 2 shots behind leader Olesen in Abu Dhabi Tiger Woods tied for 3rd in Abu Dhabi
27 Jan 2012 21:58:54

Davos rolling blog: day 3 - Financial Times (blog)

The Guardian Davos rolling blog: day 3 Financial Times (blog) 18.50 That's it for our coverage of day 3 of Davos. We'll be back tomorrow morning with more from the sessions, and the slopes. 18.37 Lionel Barber, the FT's editor, talks to President Felipe Caldern of Mexico about the timebomb that is the eurozone ... From corruption to discourse, Millennials finish first full day in Davos Picarro Reveals Carbon Emissions in Davos from the World Economic Forum Annual ... Photos of the Day
27 Jan 2012 20:51:57

Egyptians Protest for Third Day After Anniversary of Revolt - BusinessWeek

The Hindu Egyptians Protest for Third Day After Anniversary of Revolt BusinessWeek 27 (Bloomberg) -- Thousands of Egyptians merged on Cairo's Tahrir Square in the third day of protests marking of the first anniversary of the uprising that toppled Hosni Mubarak. A platform, said by demonstrators to be erected by the Muslim Brotherhood ... Egyptians Participate in 'Second Day of Anger' Chronicles of day 1 of Egypt's historic post-Mubarak People's Assembly Islamists, protesters scuffle at at Egypt rally
27 Jan 2012 19:48:47

Gold rises for third day after soft US GDP data - Reuters

Moneycontrol.com Gold rises for third day after soft US GDP data Reuters By Frank Tang and Jan Harvey NEW YORK LONDON (Reuters) - Gold prices rose on Friday, on track for their biggest three- day rally since late October, after a report showing disappointing US economic growth boosted the metal's safe-haven appeal. PRECIOUS METALS: Gold Climbs For Third Day , Ends At 7-Week High Big Majority Of Survey Participants See Higher Prices For Gold Next Week
27 Jan 2012 19:34:33

Romney Machine Takes On Gingrich Revolution in Florida Race's Final Days - Bloomberg

Bloomberg Romney Machine Takes On Gingrich Revolution in Florida Race's Final Days Bloomberg About 15 miles away in St. Petersburg, Florida, Newt Gingrich's day was also starting out like most others in the campaign. He arrived almost 30 minutes late to the dingy Tick Tock restaurant, stood before the overflowing crowd and went on the attack. Romney assures Florida's Hispanic voters the GOP isn't 'anti-immigrant' as ... Romney Stays on the Offense With Gingrich Republican Debate Focuses on Latinos and Immigration -
27 Jan 2012 16:46:56

Asian Stocks End Two-Day Rally on Slowing Economy, Earnings; Won Weakens - Bloomberg

The Associated Press Asian Stocks End Two- Day Rally on Slowing Economy, Earnings; Won Weakens Bloomberg US equities retreated for a second day after the S&P 500 reached the highest level since July and the Dow closed at the highest since May following the Fed's statement. The S&P 500 is up 4.6 percent in 2012 and has rebounded almost 20 percent from its ... Dow slips to first losing week of 2012 S&P Ekes Out Fourth-Straight Weekly Gain, But Dow Snaps its Winning Streak Dow slips after US economic growth disappoints
27 Jan 2012 11:53:12

Nathan Lyon speaks after the end of day four of fourth Test match at Adelaide - Cricket Country

Zee News Nathan Lyon speaks after the end of day four of fourth Test match at Adelaide Cricket Country India were Friday on the verge of suffering their second 0-4 whitewash in Test cricket in seven months with Australia four wickets away from a convincing win after the fourth day's play in the fourth and final cricket Test at the Adelaide Oval on ... Aus vs Ind, 4th Test, Day 5: As it happened Adelaide Test, Day 4: As it happened Lyon finally gets his day in the run and brings Tendulkar undone -
27 Jan 2012 03:37:37

Michael Jackson Immortalized on Hollywood's Walk of Fame - ABC News (blog)

ABC News (blog) Michael Jackson Immortalized on Hollywood's Walk of Fame ABC News (blog) Michael Jackson's musical legacy was remembered at the first annual Michael Jackson Immortalized Day . Jackson's children attended the star-studded event at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles. Jackson's son, Prince, who has always been quiet in ... Day in celebrities