Over 200 people killed in Syria's Homs before U.N. vote
BEIRUT (Reuters) - More than 200 people were killed in shelling by Syrian forces in the city of Homs, activists said on Saturday, as the U.N. Security Council prepared to vote on a draft resolution backing an Arab call for President Bashar al-Assad to give up power. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Today, 1:05am
Romney looks to boost front-runner status in Nevada
LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - With a huge lead in polls, Republican front-runner Mitt Romney appears poised for an easy win in Nevada on Saturday that would put him in firm command of the party's see-sawing presidential nominating race. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Today, 1:00am
Micron CEO dies in plane crash, industry stunned
BOISE, Idaho/SAN FRANCISCO, Feb 3 - Micron Technology Inc Chief Executive and Chairman Steve Appleton died in a small plane crash on Friday, a major loss for a U.S. memory chipmaker already struggling with sluggish computer sales and declining prices. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 8:58pm
Iran threatens retaliation over oil embargo
TEHRAN (Reuters) - Iran's supreme leader threatened on Friday to retaliate against the West for sanctions, a day after a U.S. newspaper said defense secretary Leon Panetta believed Israel was likely to bomb Iran within months to stop it building a nuclear bomb. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 7:15pm
Jobless rate at 3-year low as payrolls surge
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States created jobs at the fastest pace in nine months in January and the unemployment rate unexpectedly dropped to a near three-year low, giving a boost to President Barack Obama. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 7:14pm
Little Blows to Head Add Up to Big Risk
Small hits to the head may add up to injuries for high school football players, according to a new study by the Purdue Neurotrauma Group at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind. Read more...
WebMD Health, Yesterday, 7:03pm
Purple Potatoes Lower Blood Pressure in Overweight People
When overweight people included two servings of purple potatoes a day in their diet for a month, they not only reduced their blood pressure, but they also didn't gain weight in the process, a small study shows. Read more...
WebMD Health, Yesterday, 6:22pm
Can Too Much Texting Make Teens Shallow?
Teens and young adults who text frequently -- such as more than 300 text messages a day -- may be risking more than sore thumbs, according to a new study. Read more...
WebMD Health, Yesterday, 6:16pm
Breastfeeding OK for Moms With Asthma
New moms with asthma can safely breastfeed without worrying that the practice will increase their child’s asthma risk, a new study shows. Read more...
WebMD Health, Yesterday, 5:30pm
Blood Test May Help Diagnose Depression
Researchers say they have developed a new blood test that may reliably detect depression. Read more...
WebMD Health, Yesterday, 4:31pm
Senior Moment or Something Worse? Yes/No Test May Tell
When are “senior moments” just a normal part of healthy aging, and when are they a sign of something more serious such as Alzheimer’s disease? This is the million dollar question, and the Alzheimer’s Questionnaire, a set of 21 yes or no questions that can be answered by a loved one or caregiver, may help answer it. Read more...
WebMD Health, Yesterday, 3:57pm
People Pleasers May Overeat at Parties
People pleasers may want to steer clear of this weekend’s Super Bowl parties in order to avoid a dietary fumble. Read more...
WebMD Health, Yesterday, 3:23pm
Jobless rate at three-year low as payrolls surge
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States created jobs at the fastest pace in nine months in January and the unemployment rate unexpectedly dropped to a near three-year low, giving a boost to President Barack Obama. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 2:55pm
Sex: 7 Mistakes Men Make
Sex mistakes made by men who have sex with women are explained by experts. Read more...
WebMD Health, Yesterday, 2:46pm
Swiss bankers' nerves fray after Wegelin indictment
ZURICH (Reuters) - The first indictment of a Swiss private bank over hiding untaxed money for wealthy Americans has heightened tension among private bankers fearful of being next in the firing line. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 2:01pm
Iran threatens retaliation over oil embargo
TEHRAN (Reuters) - Iran's supreme leader threatened on Friday to retaliate against the West for sanctions, a day after a U.S. newspaper said defense secretary Leon Panetta believed Israel was likely to bomb Iran within months to stop it building a nuclear bomb. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 1:49pm
Greece struggles on reform, lenders eye rising bill
ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece's government struggled on Friday to agree tough labor reforms that would appease both wary political leaders and irate lenders faced with a rising bill to save the country from bankruptcy. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 1:06pm
A sobering look at Facebook
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - It's the year's hottest initial public offering, but some wealth managers find themselves having a hard time recommending Facebook to their clients. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 12:42pm
U.S. tourists seized in Egypt's Sinai released
CAIRO (Reuters) - Two American women kidnapped by gunmen in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula on Friday were released into army custody a few hours later, security sources said. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 12:31pm
Handling Bad Play Dates: Rough Kids, Biting, Fighting, and More
If a play date turns bad, or even dangerous, it’s important to know how to handle both the children and the other parents involved. WebMD provides tips for tactfully dealing with rough kids. Read more...
WebMD Health, Yesterday, 12:06pm
Insight: Syria's Assad set for long conflict
DAMASCUS (Reuters) - With the enemy at the gates, Bashar al-Assad was dining out. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 11:38am
Merged Glencore, Xstrata would take aim at iron ore
SYDNEY (Reuters) - An $80 billion marriage of commodities trader Glencore and miner Xstrata could lead to a new round of takeovers in iron ore, creating a goliath eager to muscle its way onto one of mining's richest and most closely guarded sectors. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 11:22am
Senate OKs insider trading curbs on lawmakers
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Senate on Thursday approved new curbs aimed at preventing lawmakers from trading shares based on inside information, but also extended the bill's disclosure requirements to more than 300,000 other federal employees. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 11:08am
Megaupload founder refused bail in New Zealand
WELLINGTON (Reuters) - A New Zealand court refused an appeal by the founder of online file-sharing site Megaupload.com to be freed on bail, Friday, agreeing with prosecutors there was a risk he would attempt to flee before an extradition hearing. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Yesterday, 2:57am
Pet Turtles Carry Salmonella Dangers, CDC Warns
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
It's 'Buyer Beware' When Getting Statins Off the Internet
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
New Anti-Clotting Drug May Cut Brain Bleeding Risk: Study
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Anemia May Boost Death Risk After Stroke
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Scientists May Be Closer to Developing 'Red Wine' Drug
Title: Scientists May Be Closer to Developing 'Red Wine' Drug Read more...
MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Questionnaire Could Help Predict Alzheimer's: Study
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
'People Pleasers' More Prone to Overeating: Study
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Stroke Can Impact a Child's Language, Hand-Eye Coordination
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Being Fit Before Stroke May Aid Recovery
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Health Tip: Teach Your Toddler Good Behavior
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Health Tip: Prepare for Breast-feeding
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Malaria's Global Death Toll Much Higher Than Thought
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
New Heart Failure Risks: Fractures and Memory Problems
Title: New Heart Failure Risks: Fractures and Memory Problems Read more...
MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Married Men Seek Help for Stroke Sooner Than Their Wives
Title: Married Men Seek Help for Stroke Sooner Than Their Wives Read more...
MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer's Spreads Through Brain Like an Infection
Title: Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer's Spreads Through Brain Like an Infection Read more...
MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Itch Intensity and Scratching Pleasure Vary at Different Body Sites
Title: Itch Intensity and Scratching Pleasure Vary at Different Body Sites Read more...
MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Norovirus Causes Most Hospital Infection Outbreaks
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Could a Blood Test Help Spot Depression?
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Sex and the Elderly: STD Risk Often Ignored
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Some Stroke Survivors Can't Recognize Fear, Anger in Others
Title: Some Stroke Survivors Can't Recognize Fear, Anger in Others Read more...
MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
1 in 2 Stroke Survivors Has High Blood Pressure
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MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Too Few American Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations: CDC
Title: Too Few American Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations: CDC Read more...
MedicineNet Daily News, Yesterday, 2:00am
Fed still divided as Fisher sees no need for QE3
AUSTIN, Texas (Reuters) - A third round of large-scale asset purchases by the Federal Reserve is not needed and would compound the difficulties of tightening monetary policy when the time finally comes, a top Fed official said on Thursday. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Feb 2, 11:44pm
Komen struggles to defuse Planned Parenthood crisis
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The world's leading breast cancer charity, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, struggled on Thursday to defuse a growing crisis over its decision to cut funding for Planned Parenthood, which provides abortion and birth control services. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Feb 2, 10:32pm
U.S. Justice Department indicts Swiss bank Wegelin
(Reuters) - The United States indicted Wegelin, the oldest Swiss private bank, on charges that it enabled wealthy Americans to evade taxes on at least $1.2 billion hidden in offshore bank accounts, the U.S. Justice Department said on Thursday. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Feb 2, 9:55pm
Analysis: Single-cup coffee sales seen growing
NEW YORK/BANGALORE (Reuters) - Sara Lee Corp Executive Chairman Jan Bennink thinks it is time for his company to reinvest in the single-serve coffee market. Read more...
Reuters: Health, Feb 2, 9:00pm