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One of the reactors at the crippled Fukushima Daiichi power plant suffered a nuclear meltdown, Japanese officials admitted for the first time today.
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Having supportive colleagues not only makes the workday easier, it may also help people live longer, according to a new study.
Spain earthquake: Self-styled seismologist’s prediction spooks Romans
Superstitious Romans left the city in hordes on Wednesday fearing the ‘immortal city’ could be ground to dust, as if it were, by an earthquake predicted to hit on that day.
Revealed: The luckiest zodiac signs for winning money, what’s your sign?
Aquarius is the luckiest sign, followed by Capricorn and Taurus while Libra has been found the most unlucky sign for winning money in games. Russell Grant provides some insight into the planetary position to help all 12 zodiac signs brace for luck and ill-luck.
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Facebook trashes Symantec report on data breach
Facebook on Wednesday trashed a stunning revelation made by security software firm a Symantec that third parties like advertisers had access to sensitive data of millions of Facebook users for years.
What is the true potential of Google's Andorid@home?
Google's announcement that it is entering the home automation segment and that it has started building hardware accessories that work on Android devices, has spawned key questions.
Spain earthquake 2011: 8 killed in 2 tremors [PHOTOS]
Earthquakes in Spain killed 8 people in total, including 1 minor, according to El Pais, a Spanish newspaper.
LIRR service still reduced till Thursday
Long Island Rail Road to and from Penn Station will continue to be disrupted till Friday morning, May 13.
Lifeguards in California public sector can make $200,000 per year
In the latest example of government spending gone wild, The Orange County Register reported that some lifeguards in the nearly bankrupt state of California make over $200,000 per year.
Madagascar Escape From the Bronx Zoo
A peahen, about 3 feet long with a green plume atop her head has escaped from the Bronx zoo.
Modern-day Icarus: Yves Rossy flies across Grand Canyon on jet suit
Swiss adventurer Yves Rossy flew across the Grand Canyon on his custom-made jet suit, marking a watershed in man's ever-elusive dream of flying like birds.
Rare exhibits stolen from Beijing’s Forbidden City
Over seven art pieces from a visiting exhibit have been stolen from the famed Chinese imperial palace of Forbidden City.
Burj Khalifa Suicide: Jump From World's Tallest Building Ended Halfway
In the first documented suicide jump from the Burj Khalifa, a man jumped to his death on Tuesday. The 828 meter tall skyscraper in Dubai is the tallest structure in the world.
Is your memory hazy? You may become depressed
A study from Oxford University suggests that hazy memory recall is a sign of depression.
Giant Chinese man can’t find fitting shoes, dreams of normal life [PHOTOS]
Giant Chinese man can’t find fitting shoes, dreams of normal life.
LIRR service changes and disruptions continue through mid-week
Long Island Rail Road has been facing service disruptions, due to an Amtrak train derailment on May 8. The impact will continue at least until Wednesday, May 11.
Were four serial killers on prowl on Long Island beach?
The Long Island beach from where the remains of ten murder victims have been discovered so far could have been used by as many as four serial killers, it has emerged.
Schwarzenegger, Shriver announce separation (PHOTOS)
On May 9, 2011, power couple Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver announced their plans for separation.
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Maria Shriver end 25-year marriage
In a joint statement on Monday, former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and his 25-year wife Maria Shriver have announced that they are separating.
Glimpses of rising Christian-Muslim tensions in Egypt
Over 200 people have been injured during the sectarian clashes between Muslims and Christians that took place in Cairo.
Rising flood waters along the Mississippi River wreak havoc in Memphis (PHOTOS)
Water levels in the dangerously surging Mississippi River in the Memphis area are peaking towards near-historic levels leading to some residents abandoning their homes and moving to safer locations.
Latest pictures of slowly rising Mississippi floodwaters around Memphis
Memphis area residents have been warned that they are at risk of dangerous flooding as the region braces for the highest Mississippi River crest since 1937. Check out some of the latest pictures of the slowly rising Mississippi River floodwaters.
Global Marijuana March 2011 [21 PHOTOS]
The Global Marijuana March (GMM) is a yearly rally taking place at different locations across the world.
PATH train crashes in Hoboken
On Sunday morning, a PATH train crashed at the station in Hoboken, NJ, injuring 34 passengers.
Ruffino winery adds new sparkling wine collection to its portfolio
Ruffino,a renowned Italian winery founded in Tuscany in 1877, announces the introduction of its inaugural Ruffino Prosecco Doc.
Asian leopard attacks 1st grader in Kansas
An Asian leopard attacked a 1st grader on Friday in a Wichita, Kansas zoo, reported CNN.
Dereon designs T-shirt for 'Let's Move! Flash Workout' campaign
Beyoncé, Tina Knowles, and their family fashion brand, Deréon teamed up with the first lady, Michelle Obama, as the t-shirt sponsor for the Let's Move! Flash Workout campaign.
The World’s 10 Top-Earning Female Models in 2011 [PHOTOS]
On Thursday, Forbes magazine unveiled its ranking of the top 10 earning female models in the world; making a total of $112 million in the last twelve months which was up 30 percent from the previous year.
When is Buddha's Birthday? Celebration Preparations [Photos]
Some Buddhists are preparing to celebrate the Buddha's birthday next week. The traditions and exact dates of the celebrations vary. However the birth is mostly celebrated at the same time in various east Asian nations with the exception of Japan.
Meet Pippa Middleton: the world’s most eligible bachelorette (PHOTOS)
There is more to Phillipa Charlotte Middleton aka Pippa Middleton than being the sister of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. The 27-year old beauty, often described as a socialite, has been dubbed as the most eligible bachelorette
Glimpses of Al-Qaeda attacks across the world (PHOTOS)
Islamist militant group Al-Qaeda, founded by Osama Bin Laden, operates as a network of multi-national stateless armies and is responsible for instigating violence among fanatical Muslims.
Chinese teenager carries friend on back for eight years [PHOTO]
In Hebei, China, a teenager named Lui Shi Ching, 16 years old, has carried his friend to school daily for the last 8 years. His friend Lu shao has a congenital disorder which makes it difficult for him to walk.
Chinese workers making Apple iPads forced to sign 'not allowed to commit suicide' pact
Factories manufacturing Apple iPads and iPhones in China are forcing staff to sign pledges not to commit suicide, according to an investigation, the Daily Mail reported.
Kennedy Wilson's Lake Tahoe Auction fetches over $6 million
International real estate investment and services firm Kennedy Wilson has announced that the company sold more than $35 million of properties through auction and conventional sales last month.
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