Climate deal unlikely: Ban

Governments are unlikely to agree on all the details of a new global climate change deal when they meet in Copenhagen next month, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said on Tuesday.

DPRK produces plutonium for N-arms

North Korea announced on Tuesday it has produced more plutonium for its atomic weapons programme, putting further pressure on the United States to start direct talks.

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Liz Hurley eyeing big screen comeback

Hollywood actress and model Elizabeth Hurley, who had vowed not to act anymore, is ready to make a comeback to movies now.

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Rihanna opens up about Chris

R&B star Rihanna has finally opened up about the Chris Brown controversy stating that she found it hard to come to terms with her ex-boyfriend assaulting her because he was her "first love".

Swedish Government says 'yes' to Nord Stream's gas pipeline

The Swedish Government is to grant a permit to Nord Stream AG to lay two pipelines for transporting natural gas in international waters within the Swedish exclusive economic zone in the Baltic Sea.

Small business owners see silver lining in the recession

(ARA) - The current gloomy economic conditions contain some good news for the small business sector.

Too young to retire: A new career track for baby boomers

(ARA) - It seems the aspirations of baby boomers are changing from ones of retirement, to those of entrepreneurship. Over the past decade, Americans age 55 to 64 have seen the highest rate of entrepreneurial activity, especially since the traditional business model and large corporations no longer provide the job security they used to.

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Americans agree: family vacations still worth the money

(ARA) - Families that play together stay together – at least that’s the common wisdom. Even in tough economic times, family vacations are worth the money, Americans agree.

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An active life begins with healthy joints

(ARA) - The new year often means resolutions like being healthier or exercising more often. What many people don't know is that our joints are the critical part of the body that allows us to be active and do the activities we most enjoy.

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New Year's resolution: slim down that fat cat or dog

(ARA) - To his owners, Moby, a 4-year-old Australian Shepherd, was a very healthy, spry dog, so when his veterinarian told them that beneath his thick, reddish-brown coat he had a weight problem, they were a bit shocked.

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Art helps develop children's creativity

(ARA) - We have all had the pleasure of observing or interacting with children when they bring their imaginations to life. Children have the ability to openly express themselves without being easily embarrassed. They often create their own ideas, theories and interests independently. One way to support and sustain a child’s natural inclination towards creativity is to give them access to art education.

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Savvy shoppers turn to creative handmade gifts

(ARA) - The holiday season is fast approaching - a time when thoughts turn to families, friends, holiday get-togethers and gift-giving. For many consumers, remembering the special people in their lives is an important part of the holiday season, but they face the same dilemma every year when searching for "the perfect gift" - finding something that's meaningful and original, yet low in cost.

Budget-friendly tips to create a new look for 2010

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You’re working on exercising and eating better to make sure you’re healthier on the inside this year, but what about the outside? Most people have broken their resolutions by the end of January, but it’s easy to stick with it if you commit yourself to a fun way of feeling better about yourself.